Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

saw-set

Word Rarity Common

Frequency: Zipf frequency 5.15 in modern English

Syllables: saw-set
IPA

9

Scrabble Score

6

Letters

2

Syllables

5

Unique Chars

Meaning

An instrument used to set or turn the teeth of a saw a little sidewise, that they may make a kerf somewhat wider than the thickness of the blade, to prevent friction; -- called also saw-wrest .

Questions

What does saw-set mean?: An instrument used to set or turn the teeth of a saw a little sidewise, that they may make a kerf somewhat wider than the thickness of the blade, to prevent friction; -- called also saw-wrest .

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