Adze
noun
A tool used for cutting or shaping large pieces of wood, usually an axe-like tool with a curved, sharp edge.
He used an adze to shape the trunk of the tree into a canoe.
Often appears as...
- use an adze
- sharpen an adze
Usage tips
Technical
verb
To cut, shape, or smooth with an adze.
The craftsman adzed the large piece of timber into a table.
Often appears as...
- adze the wood
- adze the timber
Usage tips
Technical
noun
A tool used for cutting or shaping large pieces of wood, usually an axe-like tool with a curved, sharp edge.
He used an adze to shape the trunk of the tree into a canoe.
Often appears as...
- use an adze
- sharpen an adze
Usage tips
Technical
verb
To cut, shape, or smooth with an adze.
The craftsman adzed the large piece of timber into a table.
Often appears as...
- adze the wood
- adze the timber
Usage tips
Technical
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Woodworking Tool
The adze is primarily used in woodworking and carpentry for shaping wood.
The carpenter reached for his adze to hollow out the wooden bowl.
Pro Tip 2/3Curved Blade
An adze has a curved blade, differentiating it from flat-bladed axes.
The curve of the adze blade makes it perfect for sculpting curved surfaces.
Pro Tip 3/3Ancient Tool
Adzes are ancient tools and may be mentioned in historical or archeological contexts.
Archeologists found an adze at the excavation site, suggesting early woodworking activities.
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