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Hewing: meaning, definitions and examples

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hewing

 

[ หˆhjuหษชล‹ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

woodworking process

Hewing refers to the act of shaping wood or stone by cutting it with a tool such as an axe or chisel. It is an ancient practice that has been used for thousands of years, often in the construction of buildings or the making of tools. The technique involves removing material from the surface to create a desired form or shape. Hewing is essential in many traditional crafts and is still used by artisans today.

Synonyms

carve, chop, cut, shape, trim

Examples of usage

  • He was hewing the logs to make a cabin.
  • The craftsman is hewing a beautiful sculpture from the stone.
  • She spent the afternoon hewing timber for the new barn.
  • They were hewing the tree into planks for the boat.
  • The student practiced hewing to improve her woodworking skills.

Translations

Translations of the word "hewing" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น talhar

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เคพเคŸเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Behauen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ memahat

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะพะฑั‚ะตััƒะฒะฐะฝะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ heblowaฤ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅ‰Šใ‚‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท tailler

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ tallar

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท taลŸlamak

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊นŽ๋‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู†ุญุช

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tesat

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ tesaลฅ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ‡ฟ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ obdelovati

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hรถggva

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบะตััƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒญแƒ แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kษ™silmษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ tallar

Etymology

The word 'hew' originates from Old English 'hiwan' or 'hiwian', which means to cut down or to shape by cutting. It is related to the Proto-Germanic '*hauwลnฤ…', meaning to cut or to strike. The term has evolved in usage over the centuries, being prominently used in medieval contexts where craft and construction were essential. Historically, hewing was vital for survival, as early humans relied on the technique to create tools, build shelters, and fashion weapons. The practice is deeply embedded in many cultures, showcasing the ingenuity of human craftsmanship. It remains relevant in contemporary woodworking and stone masonry, where skills are passed down through generations. The importance of hewing is reflected in traditional building methods and artisanal crafts, illustrating the link between historical practices and modern-day techniques.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #30,347 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.