chainsaw — English Dictionary

Noun

1. A power saw that has a power-driven and fast-revolving chain of metal teeth, usually used to cut trees.

   Examples

   He used a chainsaw to cut through the fallen tree on the roadway.

Verb

1. To cut with a chainsaw.

   Usage

   • Transitive

   Examples

   She and Barber once stopped a developer from chainsawing mature trees on Mississauga Rd. by standing in front of them.

2. To make quick and substantial spending cuts.

   Usage

   • Figurative

Noun

1. portable power saw; teeth linked to form an endless chain

   Synonyms

   chain saw

   Broader terms

   power sawsawsawing machine