Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

saw

noun / verb
/sɔː/
Definition
A hand or power tool used for cutting, typically consisting of a blade or wire with a hard tooth-like edge.
Examples
  • He used a saw to cut the wood for the project.
  • She saw the movie last night and loved it.
Meaning
The term ‘saw’ can refer both to the tool used for cutting materials and the past tense of the verb ‘see.’
Synonyms
  • tool (for noun)
  • visualized (for verb)