Definition of FRETSAW

fretsaw

Meanings

Plural: fretsaws

Noun

  • fine-toothed power saw with a narrow blade; used to cut curved outlines
  • A saw consisting of a metal frame having a fine-toothed narrow blade held under tension, used in making curved cuts.

Verb

  • To cut with a fretsaw.

Origin / Etymology

From fret + saw.

Synonyms

jigsaw, scroll saw

Scrabble Score: 13

fretsaw is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
fretsaw is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
fretsaw is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 13

fretsaw is a valid Words With Friends word