Adze (Noun)
Meaning
An edge tool used to cut and shape wood.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The carpenter carefully sharpened the adze to smooth out the wooden plank's rough surface.
- Using an adze provided more accurate control over the shape of the sculpture's curves.
- Traditionally, woodworkers used an adze to remove small amounts of wood to achieve the perfect fit.
- The adze's curved edge allowed it to chip away at the stubborn wood with relative ease.
- A seasoned furniture maker swiftly glided the adze along the edge of the plank, revealing the smooth wood underneath.