chisel
2 synonyms for chisel, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A hand tool with a sharp flat edge, used to cut or shape wood, stone, or metal.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
rip off
Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
A hand tool with a sharp flat edge, used to cut or shape wood, stone, or metal.
“The sculptor used a chisel to carve details into the marble.”
cheat
rip off
2. verb
To carve or shape material using a chisel.
“He chiseled his initials into the wooden beam.”
How to use chisel
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
chisel away at
a wood chisel
Etymology
From Old Northern French chisel, ultimately from Latin caedō, meaning "to cut" — making it a doublet of "scissors".
Full origin of chisel →Frequently asked questions
What does “chisel” mean?
The word “chisel” means a hand tool with a sharp flat edge, used to cut or shape wood, stone, or metal. In plain terms, a cutting tool for wood, stone, or metal, or (as a verb) to shape something with one, or informally, to cheat someone.
How do you pronounce “chisel”?
“Chisel” is pronounced CHIH-zuhl (/ˈt͡ʃɪzəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “chisel” in a sentence?
Here is “chisel” used in a sentence: “The sculptor used a chisel to carve details into the marble.”
What part of speech is “chisel”?
Depending on how it is used, “chisel” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “chisel” come from?
The word “chisel” comes from Latin. From Old Northern French chisel, ultimately from Latin caedō, meaning "to cut" — making it a doublet of "scissors".
How many meanings does “chisel” have?
“Chisel” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a hand tool with a sharp flat edge, used to cut or shape wood, stone, or metal.
