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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

whittling

/ˈhwɪt.lɪŋ/ noun · British & US
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What does whittling mean?

noun

The act of cutting or shaping wood, especially with a knife, for decorative or functional purposes. The act of carving or shaping something, especially wood, with a small knife or tool.

Example

"He spent the afternoon whittling a wooden figurine."

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