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power saw

DEFINITIONS OF: power saw

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n a power tool for cutting wood

Synonyms:
saw, sawing machine
Types:
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band saw, bandsaw
an endless saw consisting of a toothed metal band that is driven around two wheels
chain saw, chainsaw
portable power saw; teeth linked to form an endless chain
buzz saw, circular saw
a power saw that has a steel disk with cutting teeth on the periphery; rotates on a spindle
gangsaw
a power saw that has several parallel blades making simultaneous cuts
fretsaw, jigsaw, scroll saw
fine-toothed power saw with a narrow blade; used to cut curved outlines
jigsaw, reciprocating saw, saber saw
a portable power saw with a reciprocating blade; can be used with a variety of blades depending on the application and kind of cut; generally have a plate that rides on the surface that is being cut
sawmill
a large sawing machine
portable circular saw, portable saw
a circular saw that is portable and is operated with a hand grip
table saw
a circular saw mounted under a table or bench so that the blade of the saw projects up through a slot
Type of:
power tool
a tool driven by a motor
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