chisel

Meanings

• noun

  A hand tool with a sharp edge or point for cutting or shaping hard materials, such as stone, wood, or metal.

  - "The sculptor used a chisel and hammer to carve the marble statue."
  - "The blacksmith used a chisel to shape the metal."
  - "The mason used a chisel and hammer to cut the stone blocks."

• verb

  To shape or cut (something) using a chisel.

  - "The sculptor chiseled the marble statue."
  - "The blacksmith chiseled the metal."
  - "The mason chiseled the stone blocks."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈtʃɪzəl/
   
   
   
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2. /ˈtʃɪzəl/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with chisel
pencil , fence and increment , mending , pencil , ensconce , increment

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Variants

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chisel , chisels , chiseled , chiseler , chiselers , chiseling , chiselled , chiseller , chisellers , chiselling , cold chisel , cold chisels , firmer chisel , firmer chisels

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Etymology

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Old English 'cysel' from the Proto-Germanic root 'kisal' meaning 'to hollow out, carve, or cut'.

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Trivia

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1. The world's largest chisel, known as the 'Giant Chisel', is located in the town of Marblehead, Massachusetts, USA.

2. The word 'chisel' comes from the Old English word 'cysel', which means 'hollowed-out cup' or 'dish'.

3. The chisel was one of the earliest tools used by humans, dating back to the Stone Age.

4. The longest recorded use of a chisel was during the construction of the Great Wall of China, which took over 2,000 years to complete.

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Related Concepts

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1. hammer: A tool used in conjunction with a chisel for breaking, shaping, or driving nails.

2. carving: The art of creating figures or designs by cutting away material, typically from a solid block of wood, stone, or bone.

3. sculpture: The art of creating three-dimensional works of art by carving, modeling, casting, or assembling materials.

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Culture

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The chisel has been used since ancient times for various purposes, including sculpture, masonry, metalworking, and woodworking. It has been depicted in art and literature throughout history, representing the power and skill of the craftsman. In modern times, it continues to be a valuable tool in various industries and hobbies.

How to Memorize "chisel"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a chisel with a sharp edge, being used to shape or cut a hard material, such as stone or metal.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'chisel' with the image of a sculptor or blacksmith, working to create or shape something.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Cuts Hard It Stones Easy' to remember the meaning of the word 'chisel'.

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