hew

/huː/ or /hjuː/

Definitions

1. verb

to cut or shape something, typically with an axe or saw

“The lumberjack hewed through the tree trunk with ease.”

2. noun

the act of cutting or shaping something

“The hew of the axe echoed through the forest.”

3. noun

a share or portion, especially of something valuable

“The hew of the estate was divided among the heirs.”

Synonyms

  • chop
  • cleave
  • cut
  • shape

Antonyms

  • refine
  • smooth