saw log
noun
a log large enough to saw into boards.
Origin of saw log
1An Americanism dating back to 1750–60
Words Nearby saw log
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How to use saw log in a sentence
"Not much saw-log for old Rosey," said Si, resenting even a joking disparagement upon his beloved General.
Si Klegg, Book 2 (of 6) | John McElroyI like a gritty man, (not a dirty one), but one that pitches in like a frog oph from a saw log, no matter how deep the water iz.
Josh Billings, Hiz Sayings | Henry Wheeler ShawA party whom they met after dusk, when he saw the huge cylinder, exclaimed, "Well that is the largest saw log I ever saw."
Old Rail Fence Corners | VariousThe next morning I rode across to the saw log, and up that creek beyond all the herds.
The Outlet | Andy AdamsI think we saw log-chains enough rusting there in the desert, to reach across any State in the Union.
Roughing It | Mark Twain (Samuel Clemens)
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