Xu Collection, Upper Volume Radical: Metal (jīn) Saw; Kangxi strokes: 16; Page 1308, Entry 28 Tang Rhymes (Tangyun), Collection Rhymes (Jiyun), Rhyme Meetings (Yunhui), Correct Rhymes (Zhengyun): Pronounced ju. Explication of Writing (Shuowen): A tool for cutting. Formed from the radical for metal, with ju as the phonetic element. Broad Rhymes (Guangyun): A knife or saw. Examination of Ancient History (Gushikao): Mencius created the saw. Correct Character Penetration (Zhengzitong): An iron plate with uneven teeth, one side left and one side right, used to cut through wood and stone. Book of Odes (Shijing), Zhou Eulogies (Zhousong), commentary on Setting up Ornaments and Stands: Ye refers to the serrated edge, like the teeth of a saw. History of the Former Han (Qianhan), Treatise on Law: Among punishments, there are the knife and the saw. Commentary: The knife is for cutting; the saw is for amputation. Jade Chapters (Yupian): To cut or sever.