Sap (Noun)
Meaning 1
A watery solution of sugars, salts, and minerals that circulates through the vascular system of a plant.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Related Words
Meaning 2
A piece of metal covered by leather with a flexible handle; used for hitting people.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The police officer was accused of using a sap to subdue the suspect during the arrest.
- The detective found a sap hidden in the suspect's jacket pocket during the search.
- The security guard was armed with a sap and a can of pepper spray.
- The officer's use of a sap to break up the fight was deemed excessive by the review board.
- The museum exhibit featured a collection of vintage saps used by law enforcement in the early 20th century.