WHIPSAW


Meaning of WHIPSAW in English

n.

Pronunciation: ' hwip- ˌ so ̇ , ' wip-

Function: noun

Date: 15th century

: a narrow pit saw averaging 5 to 71/2 feet (1.5 to 2.3 meters) in length

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