Definitions

1. noun

wood with a rough, irregular surface, often used for decorative purposes or as a base for carving, obtained by chipping away at the surface of a piece of wood

“The craftsman used a block of chipwood to create intricate designs on the wooden box.”

2. verb

to remove small pieces of wood from (a surface), typically to create a decorative or carved effect

“The woodworker began to chipwood the piece of wood to create a unique, hand-carved design.”