Chainsaw
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈt͡ʃeɪnˌsɔː/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Chainsaw is a noun meaning (forestry, machinery, DIY) A power saw that has a power-driven and fast-revolving chain of metal teeth, usually used to cut trees.
Meaning
(forestry, machinery, DIY) A power saw that has a power-driven and fast-revolving chain of metal teeth, usually used to cut trees.
More Meanings
- (transitive, forestry, DIY) To cut with a chainsaw.
- (figurative) To make quick and substantial spending cuts.
Example Sentences
He used a chainsaw to cut through the fallen tree on the roadway.
She and Barber once stopped a developer from chainsawing mature trees on Mississauga Rd. by standing in front of them.
Word Forms
- chainsaws
- chain saw
- chainsawing
- chainsawed
- chainsawn
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include saw, sawmill, sawing, chain, wall, sawn.
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