Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

sawtooth

noun

/ˈsɔː.tuːθ/

Definition

A sawtooth is a shape that resembles the jagged edge of a saw blade, characterized by a series of sharp peaks and valleys.

Examples

The waveform displayed a sawtooth pattern, suggesting a rapid rise and gradual decay.
The artist used a sawtooth motif in the design of the building’s roof.
The sound of the synthesizer produced a classic sawtooth waveform that was rich and vibrant.

Meaning

In various contexts, ‘sawtooth’ can refer to both a geometric shape and a pattern found in waves or signals that rise sharply and fall gradually, akin to the shape of an actual sawtooth.