hacksaw

English

noun
Definitions
  • A saw, with a blade that is put under tension, for cutting metal

Etymology

Compound from English hack (untalented writer, taxicab, cut, pejorative) + English saw (saying, a saying).

Origin

English

saw

Gloss

saying, a saying

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