bow saw

[ boh ]
/ boʊ /

noun

a saw having a narrow blade held at both ends by a bowed handle.

Origin of bow saw

First recorded in 1670–80

Example sentences from the Web for bow saw

  • The turning- or bow-saw is much better for any work with which the bow will not interfere, and is a very useful tool at times.

    Woodworking for Beginners |Charles Gardner Wheeler
  • If you have a bow-saw or scroll-saw, it will save much time in shaping the outlines, or you can have them sawed at the mill.

    Woodworking for Beginners |Charles Gardner Wheeler