Chainsaw

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  • noun. A portable power saw with teeth linked to form a loop of chain.
  • The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
  • noun. A surgical saw, consisting of a chain the links of which have a serrated edge, used in amputations between small bones on account of its adjustability.
  • the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English
  • noun. a portable power saw having teeth that are linked to form an endless chain, rotated about two pivot points by a power mechanism, such as an electric motor or a gasoline engine.
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  • noun. A saw that has a power driven and fast revolving chain of metal teeth, usually used to cut trees.
  • verb. To cut with a chainsaw.
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  • noun. portable power saw; teeth linked to form an endless chain
  • noun. portable power saw; teeth linked to form an endless chain
  • Word Usage
    "I'm still convinced that a chainsaw is a terrible anti-zombie weapon."
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