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serrated

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Adj — Having a jagged, saw-like edge made up of small pointed teeth.

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serrated knife serrated edge serrated blade

Etymology

From Latin serratus, "shaped like a saw," from serra ("saw").

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What does “serrated” mean?

The word “serrated” means having a jagged, saw-like edge made up of small pointed teeth. In plain terms, edged with small notches or teeth, like a saw.

How do you pronounce “serrated”?

“Serrated” is pronounced suh-RAY-tihd (/səˈɹeɪtɪd/ in IPA).

How do you use “serrated” in a sentence?

Here is “serrated” used in a sentence: “The kitchen knife had a serrated blade for cutting through bread.”

What is another word for “serrated”?

Words with a similar meaning to “serrated” include serrate.

What part of speech is “serrated”?

“Serrated” is an adjective.

Where does the word “serrated” come from?

The word “serrated” comes from Latin. From Latin serratus, "shaped like a saw," from serra ("saw").

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