Definition
bowsaws
noun
- plural of bowsaw; a saw with a blade held under tension in a wooden or metal frame, used for cutting curves in wood
Usage: also spelled 'bow saw'; commonly used in woodworking and carpentry
Examples
- The carpenter selected several bowsaws from the tool rack for the detailed woodworking project.
- Bowsaws are ideal for cutting intricate curves and patterns in plywood.
- She used one of the bowsaws to cut out the decorative shapes for the wooden sign.
- The workshop had a collection of bowsaws in different sizes for various cutting tasks.
- Bowsaws require steady hands and careful control to produce clean, precise cuts.