Definition

A structure with legs that holds wood in place while it is being cut with a saw.

Example

He placed the wood on the sawhorse to make it easier to cut.

Conversation

I need to get a new sawhorse for my woodworking project.

Oh really? What kind of project are you working on?

I'm building a small table, but I can't saw the wood properly without a good sawhorse.

That makes sense! A sturdy sawhorse will definitely help you with that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Sawhorse → The word is formed from "saw" (from Old English *sagu*, meaning a tool for cutting) and "horse" (from Old English *hors*, meaning a support or frame). A sawhorse is a support structure used to hold wood while it is being cut with a saw.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'saw' as the cutting tool and a 'horse' as a support structure — a sawhorse is a support for cutting wood.

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