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carve something out to hollow something out by carving; to make something hollow by carving. Can he carve a bowl out of such soft wood? He carved out the bowl of the pipe and then began to sand it. carve something out (of something) to remove something from the inside of something else by carving or cutting. She carved the insides out. She carved out the insides of the pumpkin. carve out something also carve something out 1. to create a reputation, rank, or job through skillful activities She carved out a reputation for herself as a high-powered lawyer. 2. to get a part of something Those companies carved out a sizable share of the imported pasta market. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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If you come to religion, it seems to me a man shouldn't want to carve out his meat to an ounce beforehand:--one must trust a little to Providence and be generous. |
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