WHIPSAW


Meaning of WHIPSAW in English

■ noun a saw with a narrow blade and a handle at both ends, used typically by two people.

■ verb ( past participle ~n or ~ed ) N. Amer.

1》 cut with a ~.

2》 informal subject to two difficult situations or opposing pressures at the same time.

3》 informal cheat or exploit.

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