quartersaw

English

verb
Definitions
  • (woodworking) Cut radially (towards the heart of the log), at right angles to the growth rings, for stability or the production of decorative patterns.

Etymology

Compound from English quarter + English saw (saying, a saying).

Origin

English

saw

Gloss

saying, a saying

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