Definition of Chisels. Meaning of Chisels. Synonyms of Chisels
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Definition of Chisels
Chisel Chisel Chis"el, n. [OF. chisel, F. ciseau, fr. LL. cisellus,
prob. for caesellus, fr. L. caesus, p. p. of caedere to cut.
Cf. Scissors.]
A tool with a cutting edge on one end of a metal blade, used
in dressing, shaping, or working in timber, stone, metal,
etc.; -- usually driven by a mallet or hammer.
Cold chisel. See under Cold, a.
Chisel Chisel Chis"el, v. t. [imp. & p. p. Chiseled, or Chiselled
(?); p. pr. & vb. n. Chiseling, or Chiselling.] [Cf. F.
ciseler.]
1. To cut, pare, gouge, or engrave with a chisel; as, to
chisel a block of marble into a statue.
2. To cut close, as in a bargain; to cheat. [Slang]
