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crosscut saw

noun

Definition of crosscut saw

: a saw designed chiefly to cut across the grain of wood — compare ripsaw

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 Heritage Festival World War II-era jeeps, weapons and memorabilia, archery and crosscut saw demonstrations, beekeeping demonstrations and information, the Early Grove String Band, crafts, and games. — Washington Post, "Prince William County community calendar, Sept. 14-20, 2017," 13 Sep. 2017

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