whittled

Meanings

• Verb

  To shape (something, especially wood) by using a knife or other sharp tool, gradually and skillfully.

  - "He whittled a wooden figure for hours."
  - "The artist spent all day whittling intricate designs into the wood."

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Variants

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whittle , whittled , whittler , whittlers , whittles , whittling , whittle away , whittled away , whittles away , whittling away , whittle down , whittled down , whittles down , whittling down

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Etymology

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Old English hwitan 'to sharpen, brighten' + -ed (past participle suffix)

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Trivia

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1. Whittling was a common skill among sailors, who used it to make tools and parts for their ships.

2. Whittling has been used as a form of therapy to help reduce stress and improve focus.

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Related Concepts

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1. Carving: Related concept: Carving is the process of removing material from a solid block or piece of material to create a three-dimensional figure or design.

2. Woodworking: Related concept: Whittling is a form of woodworking that involves using a knife to shape wood.

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Culture

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Whittling has been a popular pastime and craft for centuries, particularly in rural areas and among indigenous communities. It has been used for making tools, carving toys, creating decorative items, and even as a form of meditation or relaxation.

How to Memorize "whittled"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the process of whittling: holding a sharp knife, carefully shaving off small pieces of wood, watching the shape emerge.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'whittled' with the image of a skilled craftsperson, working diligently to create a beautiful piece of art from a simple piece of wood.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the word 'whittle': 'Whittle away your worries, one shaving at a time.'

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