Meaning & Definition of word "Sawmill"

Sawmill

/ˈsɔːˌmɪl/

1. A facility where logs are cut into lumber.
- Example: The old sawmill by the river is still in operation, producing high-quality timber.
2. An industrial operation that processes wood for various uses.
- Example: He visited the sawmill to understand the timber production process.
3. A location where lumber is produced and sold.
- Example: After the storm, the community relied on the local sawmill for repairing damaged homes.
4. A place where wood is sawn for construction and furniture making.
- Example: The furniture company sources its wood from a sustainable sawmill nearby.

●Derived from the words 'saw' which refers to a tool for cutting, and 'mill' which refers to a building where a particular process occurs.

back to the sawmill:

Refers to returning to a previous state or situation.

saw:

A hand or power tool used to cut through material.

lumber:

Wood that has been processed into beams and planks.

Meaning: A place where rough work gets done.

● Example Sentence: That project turned into a sawmill, with everyone rushing to get it finished.