noun Uncommon

carver

KAH-vuh

Carver (noun) means a person who carves, especially as an artistic craft. Example: “The wood carver sold intricate figurines at the market.”

noun

A person who carves, especially as an artistic craft.

"The wood carver sold intricate figurines at the market."

A large knife used for slicing cooked meat.

"He sharpened the carver before slicing the roast."

How to Use Carver

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishSomeone who carves things, or the knife used to carve meat.

Common pairings

wood carver meat carver

Word Forms

carvers plural

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “carver” mean?

The word “carver” means a person who carves, especially as an artistic craft. In plain terms, someone who carves things, or the knife used to carve meat.

How do you pronounce “carver”?

“Carver” is pronounced KAH-vuh (/ˈkɑɹvɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “carver” in a sentence?

Here is “carver” used in a sentence: “The wood carver sold intricate figurines at the market.”

What part of speech is “carver”?

“Carver” is a noun.

Is “carver” a common word?

“Carver” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “carver” have?

“Carver” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person who carves, especially as an artistic craft.