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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

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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 Oct. 17, 2022

A saber saw, a spiral saw or a keyhole saw can be used, depending on the location and the thickness of the material.

From Time Magazine Archive

This axe is cut out with a scroll or keyhole saw and covered with tinfoil.

From The Boy Mechanic: Volume 1 700 Things for Boys to Do by Popular Mechanics Co.

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

From The Apple by Various

After another heart rending scrimmage with the language of Ferdinand and Isabella he succeeded in making several purchases—two heavy sacks, a brace, two bits, and a keyhole saw.

From The Mucker by Burroughs, Edgar Rice

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