Handsaw: meaning, definitions and examples
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handsaw
[ ˈhændsɔː ]
tool for cutting
A handsaw is a manual saw consisting of a tough blade, a handle, and a protective part called a guard. It is commonly used for cutting wood and other materials in a straight line. Handsaws are a traditional tool that allow for precise cuts and greater control compared to power saws.
Synonyms
panel saw, saw, wood saw.
Examples of usage
- He used a handsaw to cut the wooden planks.
- The carpenter prefers a handsaw for finer details.
- She picked up the handsaw to finish her woodworking project.
Translations
Translations of the word "handsaw" in other languages:
🇵🇹 serra manual
🇮🇳 हाथ की आरा
🇩🇪 Handsäge
🇮🇩 gergaji tangan
🇺🇦 ручна пила
🇵🇱 piła ręczna
🇯🇵 手鋸
🇫🇷 scie à main
🇪🇸 sierra manual
🇹🇷 el testeresi
🇰🇷 손톱
🇸🇦 منشار يدوي
🇨🇿 ruční pila
🇸🇰 ručná píla
🇨🇳 手锯
🇸🇮 ročna žaga
🇮🇸 handserra
🇰🇿 қол ара
🇬🇪 ხელის ხერხი
🇦🇿 əl testəri
🇲🇽 sierra manual
Etymology
The term 'handsaw' is derived from the combination of 'hand', indicating the necessity of human effort in operating the tool, and 'saw', which traces its origins back to Old English 'sagu', possibly related to the Proto-Germanic word '*sawō', meaning 'to cut'. The concept of a saw has been in use since ancient times, with evidence of early implements made of flint or bronze being found, used for cutting various materials. The evolution of the handsaw reflects technological advancements and changes in woodworking practices, particularly from the Middle Ages onward when more efficient and specialized saw types began to emerge. The handsaw became essential in carpentry and construction, allowing artisans to achieve precise cuts and shapes necessary for crafting furniture, structures, and other wooden objects.