bandsaw

[ band-saw ]

/ ˈbændˌsɔ /

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verb (used with object), band·sawed, band·sawed or band·sawn, band·saw·ing.

to cut with a band saw.

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Origin of bandsaw

v. use of band saw

Words nearby bandsaw

bandoneon, bandore, band-pass filter, band razor, B and S, bandsaw, band shell, bandsman, band spectrum, bandspreading, bandstand

Other definitions for bandsaw (2 of 2)

band saw

noun Machinery.

a saw consisting of an endless toothed steel band passing over two wheels.

Origin of band saw

An Americanism dating back to 1860–65

How to use bandsaw in a sentence

His head struck smartly against the edge of the bandsaw bench, but he did not seem to be aware of the fact.
Shavings|Joseph C. Lincoln
Over near the work bench in front of part of the work bench, one end extending toward the bandsaw.
Warren Commission (3 of 26): Hearings Vol. III (of 15)|The President's Commission on the Assassination of President Kennedy
Put a double X here, between this workbench and this bandsaw.
Warren Commission (3 of 26): Hearings Vol. III (of 15)|The President's Commission on the Assassination of President Kennedy
Have also on hand a large stock of best French Bandsaw Blades.
Scientific American, Volume XXIV., No. 12, March 18, 1871|Various

I'm desperate enough to go over to the mill and pick a fight with the big bandsaw.
The Valley of the Giants|Peter B. Kyne

British Dictionary definitions for bandsaw

band saw

noun

a power-operated saw consisting of an endless toothed metal band running over and driven by two wheels

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