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Definition of chopsaw
chopsaw
/ˈtʃɑːpˌsɔː/
chop · saw
Plural:chopsaws
chopsaw Lexical Profile
CEFR
C1
Grade
9
Tier
2
Usage
Rare
Syllables
2
• noun
1
A stationary or portable power saw featuring a circular blade or abrasive disc mounted on a pivoting arm that swings downward to make quick, straight crosscuts through wood, metal, or masonry.
Example
"The carpenter used a chopsaw to quickly trim the framing studs to the exact length required."
Synonyms
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Usage Trend
Historical frequency of usage in published text.
180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer
Cite this Entry
Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Chopsaw. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/chopsaw