Word Meaning

whittle definition and meaning

n. A grayish, coarse double blanket worn by countrywomen, in the west of England, over the shoulders, like a cloak or shawl.
n. Same as Whittle shawl, below.
n. A knife; esp., a pocket, sheath, or clasp knife.
v. t. To pare or cut off the surface of with a small knife; to cut or shape, as a piece of wood held in the hand, with a clasp knife or pocketknife.
v. t. To edge; to sharpen; to render eager or excited; esp., to excite with liquor; to inebriate.
v. i. To cut or shape a piece of wood with am small knife; to cut up a piece of wood with a knife.

Crossword clues for whittle

- Shape with a knife
- Trim