sawdust

[ˈsɔːdʌst]

sawdust Definition

tiny particles of wood that are produced when you saw or cut wood.

Using sawdust: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "sawdust" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The carpenter swept up the sawdust from the floor.

  • Example

    The sawdust was used as a bedding material for the animals.

  • Example

    The sawdust made it difficult to breathe in the workshop.

sawdust Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for sawdust

  • wood shavings
  • wood chips
  • wood dust
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Summary: sawdust in Brief

The term 'sawdust' [ˈsɔːdʌst] refers to tiny particles of wood that are produced when you saw or cut wood. It is commonly used as a byproduct of woodworking and can be used as a bedding material for animals.

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