carving vs statue

carving

noun
  • The act or craft of producing a carved object. 

  • A carved object. 

verb
  • Executing turns without pivoting. 

statue

noun
  • A three-dimensional work of art, usually representing a person or animal, usually created by sculpting, carving, molding, or casting. 

verb
  • To form a statue of; to make into a statue. 

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