chisel


Definition: Meaning of, chisel in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / ˈtʃɪz(ə)l /

  • noun
  • synonym
  • antonym
Word Forms:
Singular Plural
chisel chisels
[countable]
  1. a metal tool with a sharp edge, used to cut wood or stone
    SYNONYM
    Not found!
    ANTONYM
    Not found!
synonym
antonym
  • verb
  • synonym
  • antonym
Word Forms:
Prsesent Past Past Participle
chisel chiselled, chiseled chiselled, chiseled
Present Participle Third Person Singular
chiselling, chiseling chisels
[British English] [American English] [transitive]
  1. to use a chisel to cut wood or stone into a particular shape
    SYNONYM
    Not found!
    ANTONYM
    Not found!
synonym
antonym

chisel used in phrases

  • chisel in (verb)
    1. break into a conversation
  • chisel steel (noun)
    1. steel used in making chisels
  • chisel-like (adjective)
    1. resembling a chisel
  • cold chisel (noun)
    1. narrow chisel made of steel; used to cut stone or bricks
  • drove chisel (noun)
    1. a stonemason's chisel with a broad edge for dressing stone
  • firmer chisel (noun)
    1. a chisel with a thin blade for woodworking
  • ripping chisel (noun)
    1. a long chisel with a slightly bent cutting end; used for heavy prying or cleaning mortises
  • set chisel (noun)
    1. narrow chisel made of steel; used to cut stone or bricks
  • wood chisel (noun)
    1. a chisel for working wood; it is either struck with a mallet or pushed by hand
  • More