buzz saw

/ˌbʌz ˈsɔ/
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Other forms: buzz saws

Definitions of buzz saw
  1. noun
    a power saw that has a steel disk with cutting teeth on the periphery; rotates on a spindle
    synonyms: circular saw
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    types:
    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 saw, saw, sawing machine
    a power tool for cutting wood
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