What is another word for roughhewing?
Pronunciation: [ɹˈʌfhjuːɪŋ] (IPA) 
Roughhewing is the process of shaping wood or stone in a rudimentary way before it is refined and polished. Synonyms for roughhewing include chopping, cutting, hacking, hewing, chiseling, carving, and shaping. These terms all involve the use of tools to create rough shapes or remove material from a larger piece. Other related terms include whittling, rasping, and sanding, which involve further refinement of the roughhewn pieces to achieve a smooth surface or a final shape. Roughhewing is an important initial step in the creation of many wooden or stone objects, and the quality of roughhewing can greatly affect the final product.
