Definition of saw - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
toolstool with a toothed blade for cutting
- He used a saw to cut the wood.
2.
musicmusical instrument played with a bow
- She played a tune on the saw.
3.
physicsTECH. waveform with a sharp rise and gradual fallTECH.
- The synthesizer produced a saw wave.
4.
wisdomDated wise saying or proverbDated
- He often quoted the old saw about patience.
Verb
1.
cuttingtr./intr. cuts material using a toothed bladetr./intr.
- He sawed the wood into pieces.
2.
motionintr. move back and forth like a sawintr.
- She sawed her hand through the air.
Images of saw
tool with a toothed blade for cutting 
waveform with a sharp rise and gradual fall
Expressions with saw
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old saying often repeated, sometimes wise, sometimes overused
He repeated the old saw about time healing all wounds.
log prepared or suitable for cutting into lumber
The saw log was positioned for the next cut at the mill.
used to emphasize a clear example of something
That's a textbook case of corporate greed, if I ever saw one.
cut something repeatedly using a back-and-forth motion
He sawed away at the branch until it broke.
change opinion after realizing the truth
He was against it, but finally he saw the light.
saw used in construction and woodworking
The carpenter grabbed his power saw for the job.
powerful saw with a round blade for cutting materials
He used a buzz saw to cut the wood.
toothed cutting part of a saw used to cut materials
He replaced the dull saw blade before cutting the boards.
power saw with a circular cutting blade
He used a circular saw to cut the wood.
large saw with two handles used by two people
They used a two-man saw to cut the tree.
circular saw with a sliding arm for versatile cuts
He used a radial saw to cut the wooden planks.
hand tool used for cutting wood
The carpenter's saw is essential for cutting wooden planks.
power tool for cutting metal
The workshop has a metal saw for thick steel.
lightweight saw for easy transport and use
The carpenter packed his portable saw for the job.
saw used for cutting branches
He used a pruning saw to trim the tree.
handheld power tool with a circular blade
He used a portable circular saw to cut the plywood.
small saw for cutting dovetail joints
He used a dovetail saw to craft the drawer.
type of saw consisting of a blade mounted in a frame
He used a frame saw to cut through the thick plank.
saw played as a musical instrument by bowing its edge
He played a tune on the musical saw.
narrow-bladed saw for cutting curves
He used a pad saw to cut the intricate design.
device used to adjust the teeth of a saw
He used a saw set to widen the spacing of the saw's teeth.
resembling a saw in appearance or function
The tool has a saw-like design.
having an edge with points like a saw
The saw-toothed blade cut through wood easily.
saw for straight or curved cuts
The carpenter preferred a bow saw for intricate designs.
Origin of saw
Old English, sagu (cutting tool)
Terms with saw included in their meaning
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equipment
handheld implement like a hammer or saw
woodwork
to saw or chop wood into sections
tool
sharp projection on a saw or similar tool
legal
written or recorded account of events given by someone who saw them
electric tool
portable electric saw for trimming hedges
communication
report of an event given by someone who personally saw it happen
tools
saw for cutting wood across the grain
forestry
saw a tree into shorter lengths
saw-like edge
having tooth-like projections on one side
cutting
cut in a saw-toothed pattern
tools
frame for a saw in sawmilling
woodworking
guide timber as it emerges from a power saw
tools
the space between saw blade teeth
saw maintenance
tool for deepening spaces between saw teeth
historical tool
historical bone saw from the 19th century
woodworking
safety tool on a table saw preventing kickback
leaf shape
having a saw-toothed margin with teeth pointing backwards
tools
saw used for cutting slabs from logs
tools
power saw with a rotating chain
tools
saw used in construction and woodworking
action
the process of cutting material with a saw
power tool
powerful saw with a round blade for cutting materials
carving wood
cut wood with a powered saw to carve shapes
tool
power saw with a narrow blade for cutting curves
Examples of saw in a sentence
In the workshop, a saw hung on the wall. The musician skillfully bowed the saw. A haunting melody emerged from the saw. The audio engineer adjusted the saw for clarity. Musicians often use a saw in electronic music. The saw about honesty is well-known.
She remembered the saw her grandmother used to say. She skillfully sawed through the thick branch. They sawed the metal pipe to the required length. The boat sawed through the rough water. His arms sawed back and forth as he ran.
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- French:scie, scier, ...
- German:Säge, sägen, ...
- Italian:sega, segare, ...
- Spanish:sierra, aserrar, ...
- Portuguese:serra, serrar, ...
- Chinese:锯子, 锯开, ...
- Japanese:のこぎり, のこぎりで切る, ...
- Arabic:مِنشار, نَشَرَ, ...
- Hebrew:מַסּוֹר, לְנַסֵּר, ...
- Russian:пила, пилить, ...
- Ukrainian:пилка, пиляти, ...
- Hindi:आरी, काटना, ...
Definition of SAW - Reverso English Dictionary
Acronym
acr: squad automatic weaponTECH. big gun used by soldiersTECH.
- The soldier carried a SAW during the mission.
Abbreviation
abr: ṣallā llāhu ʕalayhi wa-sallamaRare invocation asking Allah to bless Prophet Muhammad and grant him peaceRare
- Muslims write SAW after mentioning Prophet Muhammad.
Origin of SAW
Old English saga (cutting tool)
Examples of SAW in a sentence
During training, recruits learned to handle the SAW. The textbook prints SAW after the Prophet's name. He wrote, “Muhammad SAW,” in his notes.
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- French:arme automatique d'escouade, que la paix et les bénédictions d'Allah soient sur lui, ...
- German:leichtes Maschinengewehr, Allah segne ihn und schenke ihm Frieden, ...
- Italian:arma automatica di squadra, pace e benedizione su di lui, ...
- Spanish:arma automática de escuadra, que Alá le bendiga y le conceda la paz, ...
- Portuguese:metralhadora ligeira, que Alá o abençoe e lhe conceda a paz, ...
- Chinese:班用自动武器, 愿真主赐福他并赐他平安, ...
- Japanese:分隊支援火器, ムハンマドへの祝福と平安を願う祈り, ...
- Arabic:سِلاح فِرْقة آلي, صَلَّى اللهُ عَلَيْهِ وَسَلَّم, ...
- Hebrew:מִקְלַע כִּיתָּתִי, עָלָיו הַשָּׁלוֹם, ...
- Russian:пулемёт, мир ему и благословение Аллаха, ...
- Ukrainian:кулемет відділення, мир йому і благословення Аллаха, ...
- Hindi:दस्ता स्वचालित हथियार, अल्लाह उन पर कृपा और शांति बरसाए, ...
Definition of see - Reverso English Dictionary
Verb
1.
visual perceptiontr./intr. perceive with the eyestr./intr.
- I can see the bird in that tree.
2.
comprehensiontr./intr. understand or realize somethingtr./intr.
- I see what you mean now.
3.
verifytr. ensure or check somethingtr.
- See that the doors are locked.
4.
social interactiontr. meet or visit someonetr.
- I will see my friend tomorrow.
5.
activitiestr. attend or visit a place or eventtr.
- Did you see the concert last night?
6.
entertainmenttr. US watch a movie or showtr. US
- We will see a movie tonight.
7.
relationshiptr. date or be in a relationship with someonetr.
- He's been seeing someone new.
8.
foreseetr. imagine or predict somethingtr.
- I can see a bright future for you.
9.
traveltr. UK escort someone to a placetr. UK
- I will see you to the door.
Noun
1.
churchdiocese or region of a church
- The bishop oversees the see with great care.
2.
religionthe office of a bishop or archbishop
- He was appointed to the see last year.
Expressions with see
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used to pause and think during conversation
Let's see, where did I put my keys?
express uncertainty about a future event or decision
We'll see if it rains tomorrow.
make inquiries or arrangements for something
I need to see about booking a hotel for our trip.
introduce someone to the inside of a place
She will see in the guests at the party.
casual way to say goodbye
I'll see you around, take care!
have blurry vision due to tiredness or intoxication
After the party, he couldn't see straight.
agree or give permission because no reason to refuse
Can I borrow your book? I don't see why not.
used to greet someone not seen for a while
Long time no see, how have you been?
wait to make a decision based on future events
We'll see how things go before planning the next steps.
perceive the truth about future events
She claimed to see into the future.
accompany someone to a departure point
We went to the airport to see off our friends.
understand someone's argument or perspective in a discussion
I see your point about the budget constraints.
accompany someone to the door when leaving
She offered to see her guests out at the door.
accompany someone to say goodbye at departure
We went to the airport to see her off.
understand someone's perspective or argument
I see your point about the budget constraints.
understand the purpose or reason of something
After the explanation, I could finally see the point of the new policy.
visit famous places in a location
We spent the day seeing the sights in Paris.
travel to many different countries
She dreams of taking a year off to see the world.
perceive situations in a particular way
She tends to see things more optimistically than others.
perceive visually through something transparent
I can see through the glass window.
ensure a task is completed or problem solved
She will see to the arrangements for the party.
understand the point I am trying to show
The pattern keeps repeating, see what I mean?
await events before taking action
Let's wait and see how the situation develops.
indicates skepticism about something happening
He says he'll arrive on time, but we'll just see.
Origin of see
Old English, seon (to see)
Examples of see in a sentence
We could see the mountains from our window. Once you study, you'll see the solution clearly. I didn't see the issue until you explained it. See that the lights are turned off before leaving. Please see that the report is submitted on time. Let's see each other at the cafe later.
I plan to see my cousin this weekend. We plan to see the new exhibit this weekend. She went to see the play at the local theater. Let's see the new play at the theater. They plan to see a concert this weekend. They started seeing each other last summer. Are you seeing anyone right now? She could see the storm coming from miles away. They see a revolution on the horizon. Let me see you downstairs. The host saw us to our taxi. The see was established in the 12th century. He was appointed to lead the see last year. The bishop's see was located in the heart of the city. The see has been vacant since the archbishop's retirement.
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- French:voir, évêché, ...
- German:sehen, Diözese, ...
- Italian:vedere, sede, ...
- Spanish:ver, sede, ...
- Portuguese:enxergar, diocese, ...
- Chinese:看见, 教区, ...
- Japanese:見る, 教区, ...
- Arabic:رَأَى, أَبْرَشِيَّة, ...
- Hebrew:לִרְאוֹת, כִּיסֵּא בִּישׁוֹף, ...
- Russian:видеть, епархия, ...
- Ukrainian:бачити, єпархія, ...
- Hindi:देखना, सी, ...
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