paring chisel

noun

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of paring chisel¹

First recorded in 1695–1705

Example Sentences

With care, this can be accomplished with the dovetail saw, thus avoiding unnecessary labour and the use of the paring chisel.

From Project Gutenberg

The difference between the two lies in the shapes of their handles, and that the paring chisel is longest.

From Project Gutenberg