Associations to the word «Whipsaw»
Noun
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Wiktionary
WHIPSAW, noun. A crosscut saw operated by two people
WHIPSAW, verb. To operate a whipsaw
WHIPSAW, verb. To lose potential profit by buying shares just before the price falls, or by selling them just before the price rises
WHIPSAW, verb. To defeat someone in two different ways at once
Dictionary definition
WHIPSAW, noun. A saw with handles at both ends; intended for use by two people.
WHIPSAW, verb. Victimize, especially in gambling or negotiations.
WHIPSAW, verb. Saw with a whipsaw.
Wise words
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