Chisels Meaning in English
word · lemma: chisel
ˈtʃɪzəɫz
CHIZ-uhlz
tʃˈɪzəlz
CHIZ-uhlz
Definition
Chisels are hand tools with a sharp edge used to cut, carve, or shape hard materials like wood, stone, or metal.
Usage & Nuances
Most often refers to woodworking, stone carving, and metalworking. The singular is 'chisel.' Common collocations: 'wood chisels', 'stone chisels', 'sharp chisels.' Do not confuse with 'drill' or 'screwdriver.'
Spanish: cincelesPortuguese (BR): formõesPortuguese (PT): cincéisChinese (Simplified): 凿子Chinese (Traditional): 鑿子Hindi: छिनियाँArabic: إزميلBengali: ছেনিRussian: зубилаJapanese: のみVietnamese: đụcKorean: 끌Turkish: keskiUrdu: چھینیIndonesian: pahat
Example Sentences
I keep my chisels sharp for woodworking.
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The mason uses chisels to shape the stones.
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There are several chisels in the tool box.
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My grandfather taught me how to carve wood using his old chisels.
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You’ll need different chisels for fine details and rough shaping.
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Don’t forget to clean your chisels after using them on stone; they last much longer.
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