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Definition hew in American English

hew verb

[intransitive/transitive] verb
/hju/
1

to cut something solid such as rock or wood into a rough shape, using a large heavy blade

Synonyms and related words
reshape open up shape
2

to continue to use or do something, and not change to something new

Example

Matthews said he would hew to his plan to provide national health care.

Synonyms and related words
continue go on follow through
Definition hew in American English