scroll saw

American  

noun

1. a narrow saw mounted vertically in a frame and operated with an up-and-down motion, used for cutting curved ornamental designs.

2. such a saw mounted in a power-driven machine.

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scroll saw British  

noun

1. a saw with a narrow blade for cutting intricate ornamental curves in wood

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Etymology

Origin of scroll saw

First recorded in 1850–55

Example Sentences

Using jigsaws, band saws and a scroll saw, carpenters then cut those shapes from plywood, medium-density fiberboard and Masonite.

From New York Times • Mar. 12, 2021

He installed a scroll saw next to the bed in his studio apartment in Los Angeles.

From New York Times • Jun. 19, 2020

One of Kramer’s favorite pieces was created for him by Spain, who, with only a photo to go on, made a scroll saw plaque of an antique car once owned by Kramer.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 16, 2018

Always interested in woodworking, Fitzimons mastered the craft of the scroll saw over the last 30 years.

From Washington Times • Jun. 4, 2017

E. C. Cary, Box 147, N.Y. city, a New Rogers scroll saw with drill, saws and patterns, a hand-inking 2¼x3¼ printing press, with type, ink, furniture, etc., for a violin and bow, with or without case.

From Golden Days for Boys and Girls Volume VIII, No 25: May 21, 1887 by Elverson, James