circular saw
Americannoun
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a power saw having a disk-shaped blade, usually with a toothed edge.
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the blade of such a saw.
noun
Etymology
Origin of circular saw
First recorded in 1810–20
Example Sentences
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At the trial it was geared to a saw, and worked with the full rapidity of a circular saw run by steam power, although, perhaps, not quite so uniformly.”
From Scientific American • May 1, 2023
Angel told me they only bought a circular saw, a reciprocating saw and a nail gun to build the dormer.
From Seattle Times • Mar. 30, 2023
Recognized for innovations including the circular saw, flat broom and seeds sold in packets, the Shakers, whose members call themselves sisters and brothers, developed a particular skill for woodworking and cabinetmaking.
From New York Times • Apr. 23, 2022
“There’s a circular saw on a couple songs that magically got in the right key,” the producer said with a laugh.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 23, 2019
A glowing circular saw blade of electric-blue energy appeared in my right hand, spinning fiercely.
From "Ready Player One: A Novel" by Ernest Cline
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