hacksaw

/ˌhækˈsɔ/
/ˈhæksɔ/
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Other forms: hacksaws

Definitions of hacksaw
  1. noun
    saw used with one hand for cutting metal
    synonyms: hack saw, metal saw
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    type of:
    saw
    hand tool having a toothed blade for cutting
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