backsaw

/ˈbækˌsɔ/
noun
  1. A saw with a stiff metal strip along the top edge of the blade to keep it straight, used for precise cutting in woodworking.
    • For fine woodworking projects, a backsaw is essential for accurate cuts.
    • The carpenter reached for his backsaw when he needed to trim the molding precisely.
    • He used a backsaw to make clean, straight cuts for the dovetail joints.
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