saw (A1)

noun

Pronunciation: sɔː

Definition

A tool with a toothed blade used for cutting hard materials like wood or metal.

Examples

• He used a saw to cut the tree branch.

• The carpenter sharpened his saw.

• Be careful with that saw; it's very sharp.

How to Use saw

saw wood (collocation)

To cut wood using a saw. — "He likes to saw wood in his free time."

sawdust (collocation)

Fine particles of wood left after sawing. — "There was sawdust all over the floor."

Synonyms of saw

Words with a similar meaning to saw:

• cutter
• blade
• hacksaw

Antonyms of saw

Words with the opposite meaning to saw:

• hammer
• glue

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