What does ADZED mean?

Heres the dictionary-style entry for "adzed": Adzed

Part of Speech: Verb
Definition: To shape or smooth wood with an adze, a cutting tool with a curved blade set at right angles to the handle
Pronunciations: US: /ˈæd.zəd/; UK: /ˈæd.zɪd/
Origin and Usage: The word "adzed" is the past tense and past participle form of the verb "adze," which comes from the Middle English word "adese" and the Old English word "adesa." The adze was commonly used by carpenters and woodworkers before the advent of power tools. Today, it is still used by some traditional craftsmen and hobbyists.
Synonyms: hew, shape, carve, sculpt, chisel
Related Words: adzes, adobe, adoze, agaze, aided
Example Sentences:
- He adzed the rough plank until it was smooth and flat.
- She spent hours adzing the wooden bowl, carving intricate designs into its surface.
- The old carpenter showed the young apprentice how to adze a log into a canoe shape.

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