Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
buzzsaw
noun
ˈbəzˌsô
Definition
A buzzsaw is a type of saw that uses a toothed blade to cut through materials, typically wood or metal, with a rapid, whirring motion.
Examples
- The carpenter used a buzzsaw to quickly cut the large wooden beams.
- Listening to the buzzsaw at work, I could feel the vibrations in the air.
- He operated the buzzsaw with precision, crafting perfect angles for the furniture.
Meaning
The term ‘buzzsaw’ can also refer to the sound or action of using such a saw, which resembles a buzzing noise due to the high speed of the blade.
Synonyms
- circular saw
- power saw
- table saw
