丸のこ (まるのこ) Japanese meaning | KotomoraMeanings
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noun
circular saw; buzz saw
A power saw with a rotating circular blade; common in woodworking and construction.
round, full (month), perfection
Similar words
- 電動のこぎり
Generic term for any electric saw; 丸のこ specifically refers to a circular saw.
- チェーンソー
A chain saw, which uses a chain instead of a circular blade.
Etymology
Compound of 丸 (round) and 鋸 (saw), referring to the round blade.
