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bow saw
[ boh ]
noun
- a saw having a narrow blade held at both ends by a bowed handle.
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Word History and Origins
Origin of bow saw1
First recorded in 1670–80
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Example Sentences
If you have a bow-saw or scroll-saw, it will save much time in shaping the outlines, or you can have them sawed at the mill.
From Project Gutenberg
The turning- or bow-saw is much better for any work with which the bow will not interfere, and is a very useful tool at times.
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