paring chisel

noun

a woodworking chisel moved by steady hand pressure to make long, light cuts.

Origin of paring chisel

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First recorded in 1695–1705

Words Nearby paring chisel

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How to use paring chisel in a sentence

With care, this can be accomplished with the dovetail saw, thus avoiding unnecessary labour and the use of the paring chisel.
Woodwork Joints | William Fairham
The difference between the two lies in the shapes of their handles, and that the paring chisel is longest.
Modern Machine-Shop Practice, Volumes I and II | Joshua Rose

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