Hollowing

Hollowing
Hollow Hol"low, v. t. [imp. & p. p. {Hollowed}; p. pr. & vb. n. {Hollowing}.] To make hollow, as by digging, cutting, or engraving; to excavate. ``Trees rudely hollowed.'' --Dryden. [1913 Webster]

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