English English Dictionary

English English Dictionary

The online English-English dictionary from The Project Gutenberg

Result for Chisel

Chisel (n.)

A tool with a cutting edge on one end of a metal blade, used in dressing, shaping, or working in timber, stone, metal, etc.; -- usually driven by a mallet or hammer.

Chisel (v. t.)

To cut, pare, gouge, or engrave with a chisel; as, to chisel a block of marble into a statue.

Chisel (v. t.)

To cut close, as in a bargain; to cheat.