behale

/biˈheɪl/

Definitions

1. verb

to hew or cut in a way that is not smooth, especially to make a rough edge or surface

“The carpenter behaled the wood to create a rustic look.”

2. noun

a rough edge or surface, especially one made by behaling

“The behale of the wooden beam was visible to the naked eye.”

Synonyms

  • hew
  • roughen

Antonyms

  • polish
  • smooth