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Handsaw

Pronunciation varies by accent · noun

Meaning

A saw small enough to be used by one hand..

Definitions by Sense

  1. A saw small enough to be used by one hand.
  2. (obsolete) A heron.

Example Sentences

When the wind is southerly, I know a hawk from a handsaw.

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What does handsaw mean?

Handsaw means A saw small enough to be used by one hand..

What is a synonym for handsaw?

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What is the opposite of handsaw?

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How do you use handsaw in a sentence?

When the wind is southerly, I know a hawk from a handsaw.

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