sawdust

noun

saw·​dust ˈsȯ-(ˌ)dəst How to pronounce sawdust (audio)
: fine particles (as of wood) made by a saw in cutting

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Victor Campos gently combed away sawdust clinging to Oden’s hide as an auctioneer’s voice echoed Saturday through the Gold Country Fair. Ishani Desai, Sacbee.com, 6 Sep. 2025 When throwing down the sawdust is required, the Buffs have been left bloodied. Troy Renck, Denver Post, 30 Aug. 2025 Instead, open the garage door and use a leaf blower to quickly blow out any dust, dirt, cobwebs, or sawdust that might be lying on the floor, coating the workbench, or sticking to the ceiling. Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 June 2025 The slash, shavings and sawdust from tree farms and processing plants are typically burned or left to rot, releasing massive amounts of carbon dioxide. Saul Elbein, The Hill, 25 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for sawdust

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First Known Use

circa 1528, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of sawdust was circa 1528

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“Sawdust.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sawdust. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.

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sawdust

noun
saw·​dust ˈsȯd-(ˌ)əst How to pronounce sawdust (audio)
: tiny particles (as of wood) made by a saw in cutting

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