/ˈtʃɪzəld/ CHIZ-uld

Definitions

1. verb

to make a surface rough or uneven with sharp cuts or scratches, typically by removing material with a chisel.

“The stonemason chiselled the intricate designs onto the monument.”

2. noun

a surface that is rough or uneven, especially one that is cut or scratched with sharp tools.

“The artist used a chiselled stone as the base of her sculpture.”

3. adjective

having a surface that is rough or uneven, especially one that is cut or scratched with sharp tools.

“The chiselled appearance of the rock made it perfect for the landscape design.”