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saw

Pronunciation: [/sɔː/]

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saw: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use saw in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “cutting”

(verb) to cut through something using a sharp-toothed tool. Like when you use a special tool to make a piece of wood smaller.

Example

He sawed through the thick branch with a saw.

Example

She did not saw the wood properly, so it was rough and uneven.

Example

Can you saw through this piece of metal with that tool?

Context: “tool”

(noun) a tool with a thin blade and sharp teeth, used for cutting through materials like wood or metal.

Example

He used a saw to cut the wooden plank.

Example

She couldn't find the saw to cut the tree branches.

Example

Do you have a saw to cut this piece of lumber?

How to pronounce saw

Pronunciation: [/sɔː/]

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