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chisel tooth

[ ˈtʃɪzəl tuːθ ]

Noun

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tool usage

A chisel tooth is a type of tooth on a saw blade that is designed to cut through wood or metal by chipping away small pieces at a time. It has a sharp edge and a pointed tip, allowing for precise and controlled cutting.

Synonyms

cutting tooth, pointed tooth, sharp tooth.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
chisel tooth	May be repeated due to a mistake; similar to the 'chisel tooth' mentioned above.
cutting tooth	Typically refers to the incisors in mammals, which are used for slicing through food. This term highlights the function of cutting or shredding. The squirrel's cutting teeth help it to slice through nuts and seeds. Cutting teeth are essential for tearing into tough plant material.
sharp tooth	A general descriptor for any tooth that has a keen edge or point. It can describe various types of teeth in both humans and animals, emphasizing their ability to cut or tear. The shark's mouth is filled with sharp teeth made for tearing flesh. Sharp teeth are essential for a carnivorous diet.
pointed tooth	Describes a tooth with a sharp or tapered end. Often used in reference to canines or sharp teeth designed for puncturing or gripping. The pointed teeth of the predator are perfect for gripping its prey. Vampires are often depicted with pointed teeth.

Examples of usage

The chisel tooth on the saw blade easily cut through the thick piece of wood.
Make sure to sharpen the chisel teeth regularly to maintain the cutting efficiency.

Translations

Translations of the word "chisel tooth" in other languages:

🇵🇹 dente de cinzel

🇮🇳 छेनी दांत

🇩🇪 Meißelzahn

🇮🇩 gigi pahat

🇺🇦 зуб-стамеска

🇵🇱 zęb dłuta

🇯🇵 のみ歯

🇫🇷 dent de ciseau

🇪🇸 diente de cincel

🇹🇷 keski dişi

🇰🇷 끌 이빨

🇸🇦 سن الإزميل

🇨🇿 dlátový zub

🇸🇰 dlátový zub

🇨🇳 凿齿

🇸🇮 dleten zob

🇮🇸 meitiltennur

🇰🇿 шоткі тіс

🇬🇪 საჭრეთელი კბილი

🇦🇿 isgəndər dişi

🇲🇽 diente de cincel

Etymology

The term 'chisel tooth' originates from the design of the tooth resembling the shape of a chisel, a tool used for cutting and shaping materials. It has been commonly used in the woodworking and metalworking industries for centuries, evolving to meet the needs of craftsmen and tradespeople for precise cutting tools.