Overcarve
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Overcarve is a verb meaning (transitive) To carve too much or too deeply.
Meaning
(transitive) To carve too much or too deeply.
More Meanings
- (transitive, obsolete) To carve or cut across; cross.
Example Sentences
If the finished restoration is overcarved, the depth dimension is decreased further thereby adding to the problem. By carving deep grooves in the occlusal anatomy, stress concentrations can further exacerbate the problem.
Word Forms
- overcarves
- overcarving
- overcarved
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include overcarry, overdo, oversharpen, overshave, overshape, overhollow.
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