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carves

The word “carves” has 1 syllable: carves

It's pronounced as /kɑrvz/

What is synonym and antonym for carves?

In the thesaurus, “carves” has 14 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for carves along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for carves

  • casts
  • chisels
  • engraves
  • etches
  • forms
  • graves
  • incises
  • inscribes
  • knaps
  • models
  • molds
  • sculpts
  • sculptures
  • shapes

Meanings of carves

  • verb
    1. To cut.
    2. To cut meat in order to serve it.
    3. To shape to sculptural effect; to produce (a work) by cutting, or to cut (a material) into a finished work.
    4. To perform a series of turns without pivoting, so that the tip and tail of the snowboard take the same path.
    5. To take or make, as by cutting; to provide.
    6. To lay out; to contrive; to design; to plan.

Example Sentences

  • The chef skillfully carves the roast beef at the table.
  • He carves wooden animals as a hobby.
  • She carves out time each morning for meditation.
  • The artist patiently carves the statue from stone.
  • He carves his initials into the desk when no one is looking.

On this page you'll find 14 synonyms or another words to carves, such as: casts, chisels, engraves, etches, forms, graves, incises.

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