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adze

/ædz/ noun · British & US
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What does adze mean?

noun

A tool with a curved or angled blade, used for cutting or shaping wood, stone, or other hard materials. An adze is typically held in one hand and used to remove material by chopping or scraping.

Example

"The carpenter used an adze to shape the wooden beam into the desired curve."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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