Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sawmill
Noun
/ˈsɔːˌmɪl/
Definition
A sawmill is a facility where logs are cut into lumber and other wood products.
Examples
- The old sawmill near the river has been abandoned for years.
- He started working at a local sawmill after finishing his degree in carpentry.
- During my visit to the sawmill, I learned how timber is processed.
Meaning
The process involves the sawing of wood into planks, boards, or other usable forms.
Synonyms
- lumber mill
- wood mill
- saw shop
- timber yard
