Serrate (Verb)
Meaning
Make saw-toothed or jag the edge of; "serrate the edges of the teeth".
Classification
Verbs of touching, hitting, tying, digging.
Examples
- To serrate the edge of the knife, hold it at a 30-degree angle against a whetstone and draw it backwards.
- Carefully serrate the metal strip to create a homemade saw.
- Serrate the edges of the cutting wheel to increase its effectiveness.
- Fine sawdust is produced when you serrate the edges of your saw blade properly.
- Fail to serrate the utility knife edge regularly and its overall performance will deteriorate significantly.