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Noun — The fine, powdery particles produced when wood is cut with a saw.

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Etymology

A compound of "saw" and "dust."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “sawdust” mean?

The word “sawdust” means the fine, powdery particles produced when wood is cut with a saw. In plain terms, wood shavings left over from sawing, or (figuratively) something bland and dry.

How do you pronounce “sawdust”?

“Sawdust” is pronounced SAW-duhst (/ˈsɔːˌdʌst/ in IPA).

How do you use “sawdust” in a sentence?

Here is “sawdust” used in a sentence: “The workshop floor was covered in sawdust.”

What part of speech is “sawdust”?

“Sawdust” is a noun.

How many meanings does “sawdust” have?

“Sawdust” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the fine, powdery particles produced when wood is cut with a saw.

Related words

excelsior wood flour wood wool woodflour woodmeal woodshavings woodwool

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