circular saw

noun

: a power saw with a circular cutting blade

also : the blade itself

Examples of circular saw in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Clear a place on a stable surface and inspect the circular saw to ensure there are no problems. — Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 July 2026

Ace Hardware has a DeWalt circular saw with a comfort-grip handle and a bevel capacity from zero to 50 degrees. — Christopher Murray May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 21 Aug. 2025

Oscillating multi-tools are definitely a step up from beginner-level power tools like a cordless drill and a circular saw. — Dan Diclerico, Good Housekeeping, 30 Sep. 2022

That is, cut along the sheet’s long axis with a circular saw. — Roy Berendsohn, Popular Mechanics, 29 July 2022

Word History

First Known Use

1817, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for circular saw

• avoirdupois
• aa
• aha
• bashaw
• bradshaw
• byelaw
• bylaw
• chainsaw
• cheraw
• coleslaw
• crenshaw
• dada

Kids Definition

circular saw

noun

: a power saw with a round cutting blade