B2nounartshistory
US/ˈkɑːr.vɪŋ/
UK/ˈkɑː.vɪŋ/
a figure or design made by cutting into wood, stone or another hard material
In context
The temple walls are covered with detailed carvings of animals and gods.
He sells small wooden carvings to tourists near the market.
Stone carving was a skill passed from father to son in the village.
Words that go with carving
noun + noun
- wood carvingWood carving is a popular craft in the mountains.
- stone carvingThe museum has a fine stone carving from the sixth century.
- ivory carvingTrade in ivory carving is now illegal in many countries.
adjective + noun
- intricate carvingThe door is decorated with intricate carving.
- ancient carvingAncient carvings were found on the cave wall.
noun + preposition
- carvings on the wallThe carvings on the wall show hunting scenes.