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Sawn-off Definition & Meaning

sawn-off
adjective
  1. well below average height
  2. cut short; "a sawed-off shotgun"; "a sawed-off broomstick"; "the shortened rope was easier to use"

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What does sawn-off mean?
well below average height cut short; "a sawed-off shotgun"; "a sawed-off broomstick"; "the shortened rope was easier to use"
What part of speech is sawn-off?
Sawn-off is an adjective.
How many definitions does sawn-off have?
Sawn-off has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (adjective).

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