sawdust

noun

saw·​dust ˈsȯ-(ˌ)dəst 

: fine particles (as of wood) made by a saw in cutting

Examples of sawdust in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

In the early stages of infestation, these trees are only identifiable by sawdust at their base, sap on the trunk, or tunnels under the bark. — Jennifer Oldham, Denver Post, 8 Oct. 2026

Anything With Signs of Furniture Beetle Damage Always inspect the legs or underside of hardwood and softwood furniture to look for telltale piles of sawdust. — Felicia Feaster, Martha Stewart, 27 Sep. 2026

Leaving Sawdust Even after cleanup, there’s bound to be a fair amount of sawdust. — Luke Miller, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Sep. 2026

In the process, the room itself is illuminated, revealing a workshop deserted in a hurry by its artisans, clay, sawdust, fabric, paper, and paint scattered across the atelier workbenches. — Liam Hess, Vogue, 9 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1528, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for sawdust

• adjust
• combust
• discussed
• disgust
• distrust
• entrust
• intrust
• mistrust
• nonplussed
• robust
• stardust
• unjust

Kids Definition

sawdust

noun

saw·​dust ˈsȯd-(ˌ)əst 

: tiny particles (as of wood) made by a saw in cutting