<p><strong>Verb (used with object)</strong></p><ul><li>to cut (a solid material) so as to form something: to carve a piece of pine</li><li>to form from a solid material by cutting: to carve a statue out of stone</li><li>to cut into slices or pieces, as a roast of meat</li><li>to decorate with designs or figures cut on the surface: The top of the box was beautifully carved with figures of lions and unicorns</li><li>to cut (a design, figures, etc.) on a surface: Figures of lions and unicorns were carved on the top of the box</li><li>to make or create for oneself (often followed by out): He carved out a career in business</li></ul><p><strong>Verb (used without object)</strong></p><ul><li>to carve figures, designs, etc.</li><li>to cut meat</li></ul>