Definition

Not shaped or altered by cutting; remaining in its original, natural state.

Example

The artist preferred to work with uncarved wood to maintain its natural beauty.

Conversation

I love this sculpture; it looks so uncarved and natural.

Yeah, it really has that raw beauty to it.

I appreciate how it feels like a piece of art that’s still connected to nature.

Exactly! Sometimes the uncarved look is more striking than something polished.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Uncarved → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "carved" (from Old English "ceorfan", meaning to cut or shape). The word "uncarved" means not cut or shaped, referring to something in its natural state.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'not' ('un-') 'cut' or 'shaped' ('carved') — that's why uncarved means it remains in its original form.

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