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keyhole saw
noun
- a compass saw for cutting keyholes, etc.
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Word History and Origins
Origin of keyhole saw1
First recorded in 1770–80
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Example Sentences
With a circle or keyhole saw cut out the piece, then shave out the saw marks and sandpaper smooth.
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I prune with a small keyhole saw and shears to keep the tree hardy, and think it pays.
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The man who peered through the keyhole saw a large room, furnished lavishly.
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It is necessary frequently to cut holes through partitions, floors, etc., and at such times a keyhole saw works in just right.
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The hull of the boat is produced by three pieces of wood sawed out to the same shape with a keyhole saw and glued together.
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