serration — a row of sharp points resembling the teeth of a saw
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a row of sharp points resembling the teeth of a saw
Pronunciation (IPA): /sɪˈreɪʃən/
Korean meaning: 톱니 모양의 날카로운 돌기들이 연속으로 배열된 것
Korean pronunciation: 서**레이**션
Example Sentences
- The chef admired the knife's perfect serration that made slicing tomatoes effortless.
- My grandmother's dentures had such aggressive serration that she could open packages better than a box cutter.
- The botanist studied the leaf's serration to identify the plant species accurately.
serration
NOUN//sɪˈreɪʃən//
a row of sharp points resembling the teeth of a saw
an experienced carpenter holds up a large handsaw to examine its cutting edge closely. The saw blade displays a perfect row of triangular sharp teeth pointing in the same direction. Each tooth creates a distinct pointed shape that catches the workshop light. The carpenter runs his finger carefully above the blade to check the sharpness of each individual tooth. His apprentice watches from behind, learning how the tooth pattern makes the saw effective for cutting. Wood shavings on the workbench show evidence of the saw's cutting power. a row of sharp points resembling the teeth of a saw
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'serra' meaning 'saw', referring to the sharp-toothed edge of a cutting tool. The word has been used since ancient Roman times to describe saw-like patterns found in nature and man-made objects.
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📝Examples
“The chef admired the knife's perfect serration that made slicing tomatoes effortless.”
“My grandmother's dentures had such aggressive serration that she could open packages better than a box cutter.”
“The botanist studied the leaf's serration to identify the plant species accurately.”
“The dinosaur fossil showed clear serration on its teeth, proving it was definitely not a vegetarian.”
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