carefulchopping
nounUK /ˈkeəfəl ˈtʃɒpɪŋ/
US /ˈkerfəl ˈtʃɑːpɪŋ/
The act of cutting something into pieces in a safe and slow way.
Carefulchopping of the carrots kept her fingers safe.
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2. Cutting wood or branches with slow, controlled strokes.
Carefulchopping kept the axe away from his boots.
3. Editing a piece of writing by removing parts very thoughtfully.
The editor's carefulchopping made the story much clearer.
4. Trimming a plant or hedge with slow, even cuts.
Carefulchopping gave the hedge a neat, flat top.