bow saw

noun — 2 senses

bow saw

noun
1

A lightweight metal-framed saw in the shape of a bow with a removable coarse wide blade, used for cutting tree trunks.

2

A woodworking saw used for straight or curved cuts.

Synonyms
Finn saw, Swede saw, frame saw, buck saw, turning saw
Related terms
jig saw, scroll saw

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