band saw

noun

, Machinery.

1. a saw consisting of an endless toothed steel band passing over two wheels.

band saw

noun

1. a power-operated saw consisting of an endless toothed metal band running over and driven by two wheels

Word History and Origins

Origin of band saw¹

An Americanism dating back to 1860–65

Example Sentences

The scientists cut open one of his eight-foot-long tusks with a huge band saw.

From New York Times

But in songs like “Thousand Cranes,” about the Japanese tradition of folding paper cranes for a wish to be fulfilled, the lyrics conveyed how the band saw itself.

From Los Angeles Times

Once 3-D modeling was complete, the files were programmed into a computer-controlled milling machine that resembles a cross between a band saw and a lathe.

From Scientific American

Stepping up the stage to perform at the fest, the band saw a new crowd of eager fans wearing T-shirts with “The Voxes” emblazoned across their chests.

From Los Angeles Times

Jim’s wood shop is equipped with a lathe for turning bowls, band saw, a stock of raw lumber and dust-control mechanisms.

From Washington Post