Internet
double sawbuck
What does double sawbuck mean?
Slang for a $20 note — two sawbucks' worth.
"She tipped him a double sawbuck for the fast turnaround."
Origin
Extension of 'sawbuck' ($10) to mean $20.
Frequently asked questions
What is a double sawbuck?
It's a $20 bill — twice a 'sawbuck,' which is old slang for $10.
Why is $10 called a sawbuck?
A sawbuck is an X-shaped sawing frame, and the Roman numeral X (ten) resembled it, so $10 became a 'sawbuck.'
Is double sawbuck an old term?
Yes — it's classic American slang, less common today but still recognized.
Study it as flashcards or scroll it in Vocabulary Flow — saved to your collection.
