bow saw

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A metal-framed bow saw

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bow saw (plural bow saws)

  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.

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