Definition

A tool that looks like an axe, with a curved blade that is attached at a right angle to the handle. It is used for carving or shaping wood.

Example

The carpenter used an adz to shape the wooden beams for the roof.

Conversation

I saw this amazing adz at the woodworking shop yesterday.

Really? What were you planning to do with it?

I thought it would be perfect for shaping some new furniture.

That sounds like a great project! I can't wait to see the results.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'adz' originates from Old English 'ades', meaning a tool used for shaping wood. It refers specifically to a type of hand tool with a curved blade used for cutting and shaping wood.

Memory Tip

Picture a tool used for 'shaping wood' — that's what an 'adz' is, a special tool for crafting and carving.

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