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Sawdust

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sawdust [′sȯ‚dəst]
(materials)
Wood fragments made by a saw in cutting.
Sawdust 

a waste product consisting of small particles obtained in the process of sawing wood. The dimensions of sawdust particles depend on the type of cutting tool, the cutting speed, and the rate of feed. Sawdust is used as a raw material in the production of hydrolysates. It is also used in the manufacture of wood meal, as a filler, and as a fuel.
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In attempting to express his gratification, the Chief of Police thrust out his right hand with such violence that his skin was ruptured at the arm-pit and a stream of sawdust poured from the wound.
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"Why, I gave him some sawdust brains the last time I fitted his head with new ears," explained the Wizard.
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The ground was sawdust and the pebbles scattered around were hard knots from trees, worn smooth in course of time.
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