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keyhole saw

American  

noun

  1. a compass saw for cutting keyholes, etc.


Etymology

Origin of keyhole saw

First recorded in 1770–80

Example Sentences

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Then, carve right through the pattern with a No. 2 X-Acto Handle with No. 15 keyhole saw blades.

From Seattle Times

The man who peered through the keyhole saw a large room, furnished lavishly.

From Project Gutenberg

I prune with a small keyhole saw and shears to keep the tree hardy, and think it pays.

From Project Gutenberg

After a while he took a small keyhole saw which he kept for such purposes, and very carefully began to cut the shell into two equal portions.

From Project Gutenberg

When this is done, cut out the boards with a keyhole saw.

From Project Gutenberg