Meaning of seesaw in English

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈsiˌsɔ/

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  1. Verb

    seesaw

    Definitions

    1. ride on a plank
  2. 2. move up and down as if on a seesaw
  3. 3. move unsteadily, with a rocking motion

  4. Noun

    seesaw

    Etymology

    mid 17th century (originally used by sawyers as a rhythmical refrain): reduplication of the verb saw (symbolic of the sawing motion)

    Definitions

    1. a plaything consisting of a board balanced on a fulcrum

    Examples

    • « the board is ridden up and down by children at either end »