Meaning

2 senses
  1. A power saw which moves the blade back and forth.

  2. A sawzall.

More definitions
  • a portable power saw with a reciprocating blade; can be used with a variety of blades depending on the application and kind of cut; generally have a plate that rides on the surface that is being cut

Forms

plural: reciprocating saws

Synonyms

2 synonyms
Close in meaning
  • a portable power saw with a reciprocating blade; can be used with a variety of blades depending on the application and kind of cut; generally have a plate that rides on the surface that is being cut:saber sawjigsaw

See also

neighbours in the dictionary
reciprocating saw — meaning, examples, forms, synonyms | Krumeto