power-saw
Definition
Noun: A power saw is a saw that is powered by an electric motor, battery, or internal combustion engine, rather than by manual force. It is a cutting tool used for wood, metal, or other materials.
Usage Examples
- (A motorized saw for cutting wood.)
- (An electric or engine-driven saw used in construction or woodworking.)
Advanced Usage
- "to operate a power saw": to use or control a power saw for cutting.
- You must wear safety goggles when operating a power saw. (Using the tool safely.)
Variants and Related Words
- Power saw (n): the same as "power-saw", often written without a hyphen.
- She bought a new power saw for her workshop. (A motorized cutting tool.)
- Saw (n): a tool with a toothed blade used for cutting, which can be manual or powered.
- The old saw was too dull to cut through the log. (A hand-operated cutting tool.)
Synonyms
- Electric saw: a saw powered by electricity.
- Motorized saw: a saw with an engine or motor.
Related Idioms
- None specific to "power-saw". However, the word "saw" appears in idioms like "saw logs" (to snore loudly), but this is unrelated to the powered tool.