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sawed–off

adjective \ˈsȯd-ˌȯf\

Definition of SAWED-OFF

1
:  having an end sawed off <a sawed–off shotgun>
2
:  of less than average height
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First Known Use of SAWED-OFF

1869

Related to SAWED-OFF

Synonyms
little, low, low-lying, low-slung, sawed-off
Antonyms
altitudinous, high, lofty, tall, towering

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