Used in a Sentence

sawhorse

How to use sawhorse in a sentence. Example sentences and definitions for sawhorse.

Editorial note

Desk: two sawhorses tables, + view on the left, + view on the right.

Examples8
Definitions1
Parts of speech1

Quick take

a framework for holding wood that is being sawed

Meaning at a glance

The clearest senses and uses of sawhorse gathered in one view.

noun

a framework for holding wood that is being sawed

Definitions

Core meanings and parts of speech for sawhorse.

noun

a framework for holding wood that is being sawed

Example sentences

1

Desk: two sawhorses tables, + view on the left, + view on the right.

2

It is nice, big, flat, quite light Ikea top on sawhorse style legs that are at their highest setting.

3

[1] The sawhorse version costs less than $50 [2] Nothing is attached

4

Even easier is using sawhorse brackets and 2"x4" lumber.

5

Could sworn it was a fiver because a sawhorse looks like an upside-down V. Guess I got my etymologies confused.

6

On the other hand we would never say dua kuru-kuru to mean "two horses" since that would probably mean "two sawhorses" instead.

7

Since the sawhorse legs grasp the horizontal crossbars like giant clothespins, they could also be moved inward somewhat with minimal loss of support.

8

As a result, if a large number of sawhorses were erected in a dark location, eventually all the lights would get into synchronization.

Frequently asked questions

Short answers drawn from the clearest meanings and examples for this word.

How do you use sawhorse in a sentence?

Desk: two sawhorses tables, + view on the left, + view on the right.

What does sawhorse mean?

a framework for holding wood that is being sawed

What part of speech is sawhorse?

sawhorse is commonly used as noun.