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miter saw

American  

noun

  1. a backsaw used for cutting miters.


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Budget note: If you don’t own a brad nailer or miter saw, many hardware stores have rental departments that allow you to borrow tools and supplies for a flat fee.

From Seattle Times • May 12, 2023

Lyttle fired up internet tutorials, purchased a miter saw and started updating her hallway’s trim.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 25, 2022

About eight years ago, they bought him a miter saw.

From Washington Times • Jan. 8, 2017

You can spend your free time canning beans or mastering the miter saw.

From Slate • Nov. 18, 2013

A clean, sharp meat saw or a miter saw with a rigid back may be used.

From Special Report on Diseases of Cattle by United States. Bureau of Animal Industry

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