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carve in Latin

carve in Latin is sculpō, caelō — carve means to cut something, especially to shape it artistically or to slice cooked meat.

carve in Latin

sculpō
verb
To shape to sculptural effect; to produce (a work) by cutting, or to cut (a material) into a finished work, especially with cuts that are curved rather than only straight slices.
caelō
verb
To lay out; to contrive; to design; to plan.
sculpō
verb
To lay out; to contrive; to design; to plan.

What does "carve" mean?

  1. verb To cut something, especially to shape it artistically or to slice cooked meat.
    "He carved a small wooden bird for his daughter."
  2. verb To create or establish something, especially with effort, such as a reputation or path.
    "She carved out a career in journalism against the odds."
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carve in a sentence

  • He carved a small wooden bird for his daughter.
  • Dad always carves the turkey at Christmas dinner.
  • She carved out a career in journalism against the odds.

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What is "carve" in Latin?

"carve" in Latin is sculpō, caelō. carve means: To cut something, especially to shape it artistically or to slice cooked meat.

How do you use "carve" in a sentence?

Example: "He carved a small wooden bird for his daughter." In Latin, "carve" is sculpō, caelō.

Are there other ways to say "carve" in Latin?

Yes — Latin has 2 translations listed for "carve": sculpō, caelō.

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