carve
🇺🇸
/kɑːrv/
🇬🇧
/kɑːv/
to cut shapes from wood, stone, or other hard materials
He learned to carve animals from wood.
他学会了用木头雕刻动物。
to cut words or designs into a surface
She will carve her name on the tree.
她将在树上刻下自己的名字。
to cut cooked meat into slices
Father will carve the roast beef for dinner.
父亲将为晚餐切烤牛肉。
to create a successful career through hard work
She managed to carve a successful path in business.
她成功地在商界开创了一条成功之路。