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/kɑːv/ · carv
noun
  1. A carucate, a unit of land measurement. The estate consisted of several carves and a small village.
noun
  1. The act of carving. Give that turkey a careful carve.
verb
  1. To cut or shape something, especially with a tool. She carved the wood to create a beautiful sculpture.
verb
  1. To cut meat in order to serve it. You carve the roast and I'll serve the vegetables.
verb
  1. To shape to sculptural effect; to produce (a work) by cutting, or to cut (a material) into a finished work. to carve a name into a tree
Did you know? The word 'carve' has been used in various contexts, including music, where 'Carve' is a song by the American rock band, The Decemberists.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 14, 2026