SAWBONES SAWBONES: a slang term for a surgeon or doctor, derived from the 18th-century practice of using saws to operate on bones; plural: sawbones; -ing: sawboning; -ed: sawboned; -er: sawboner; -est: sawbonest; -ly: sawbonely. SAWBONES: A colloquial term for a physician or surgeon, originating from the historical use of saws in bone surgeries.
The word SAWBONES can be used in various contexts in written and spoken English. As a valid Scrabble word, it represents a legitimate part of the English lexicon. Understanding words like this helps expand vocabulary and appreciation for the diversity and richness of the English language.
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Word: SAWBONES
Length: 8 letters
Dictionary: Valid in TWL and SOWPODS
Status: Official Scrabble word
The word SAWBONES can be used in various contexts. As a valid Scrabble word, it can be played on the Scrabble board according to standard game rules.