circular saw

American  

noun

1. a power saw having a disk-shaped blade, usually with a toothed edge.

2. the blade of such a saw.

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circular saw British  

noun

1. a power-driven saw in which a circular disc with a toothed edge is rotated at high speed

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Etymology

Origin of circular saw

First recorded in 1810–20

Example Sentences

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

If you can find matching siding, it might be possible to cut off the lower portion of the damaged siding using a circular saw — or hire someone to do it for you.

From Washington Post • Jun. 6, 2022

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

One, I know, was hooked up to a grindstone, another to a circular saw.

From "Z for Zachariah" by Robert C. O’Brien