Sculpt: meaning, definitions and examples

Used when creating a three-dimensional piece of art, typically out of materials like stone, clay, or metal.

• She sculpts beautiful figures out of marble.
• He spent months sculpting the statue.

Often used when cutting into a solid material like wood, stone, or even food, to create a design or figure.

• He carved a small bird out of a block of wood.
• They carved their names into the tree trunk.

Typically refers to shaping a soft or malleable material, such as clay or plastic, often using a form or mold.

• She molded a vase out of the wet clay.
• The artist molded the figure with his hands.

A general term used for giving form to something, including abstract uses like shaping ideas or careers.

• She shaped the dough into a loaf.
• His experiences shaped his worldview.

This is a duplicate and should have the same context as the first 'sculpt'.

• This is a duplicate and should have the same examples as the first 'sculpt'

Commonly used in a broader sense to describe giving form to something, not necessarily involving artistry or fine detailed work. It can refer to both physical objects and abstract concepts.

• They shaped the dough into small balls
• Her experiences shaped her outlook on life

Often used to describe making something firmer or more defined, like muscle tone in the context of fitness, or in adjusting the color or mood of something.

• He decided to tone his muscles for the upcoming competition
• The artist toned the painting with a bit of gray to create a moody atmosphere

Used to describe the act of cutting or shaping something with a chisel, a specific tool. It often refers to detailed, fine work in materials such as wood, stone, or metal.

• She used a chisel to carve intricate designs into the wooden cupboard
• The mason chiseled the stone to create a smooth surface