Definitions for jigsawˈdʒɪgˌsɔ
Random House Webster's College Dictionary
jig•sawˈdʒɪgˌsɔ(n.; v.)-sawed, -sawed; -sawn, -saw•ing
(n.)Also, jig′ saw`. an electric machine saw with a narrow, vertically mounted blade, for cutting curves, complex patterns, etc.
Category: Building Trades
(v.t.)to cut or form with or as if with a jigsaw.
Category: Building Trades
(adj.)formed by or as if by a jigsaw:
jigsaw ornamentation.
Origin of jigsaw:
1870–75; jig2+saw1
Princeton's WordNet
saber saw, jigsaw, reciprocating saw(noun)
a portable power saw with a reciprocating blade; can be used with a variety of blades depending on the application and kind of cut; generally have a plate that rides on the surface that is being cut
jigsaw, scroll saw, fretsaw(noun)
fine-toothed power saw with a narrow blade; used to cut curved outlines
Kernerman English Learner's Dictionary
jigsaw(noun)ˈdʒɪgˌsɔ
a puzzle that makes a picture
Wiktionary
jigsaw(Noun)
A saw with fine teeth and a narrow blade which can cut curves in wood or metal.
jigsaw(Noun)
A jigsaw puzzle.
jigsaw(Verb)
To cut something using a jigsaw.
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