ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Jigsaw

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈd͡ʒɪɡ.sɔː/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Jigsaw is a noun meaning A power saw with fine teeth and a narrow blade which can cut curves in wood or metal.

Meaning

A power saw with fine teeth and a narrow blade which can cut curves in wood or metal.

More Meanings

  1. A jigsaw puzzle.
  2. Something that can be compared to a jigsaw puzzle.
  3. (transitive) To cut something using a jigsaw.

Example Sentences

A rolling programme of platform closures will enable Network Rail to replace 54-year-old signalling and (when complete in 2022) complete a jigsaw of upgrades that started in 2005.
The last piece of the jigsaw dropped into place in July with the stretch of line from Coleford Junction to Meldon Quarry being purchased by Network Rail from Aggregate Industries for a nominal sum.

Word Forms

Synonyms for jigsaw

Depending on context, synonyms include fretsaw.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include fretsaw, tile, tiling, tapestry, patchwork, mosaic.

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