hacksaw
B1 · Intermediate★★☆☆☆
Simple Meaning
a small saw with a thin blade used for cutting metal or plastic.
When to Use
💼Workplace English⚙️Technical
Intermediate — can handle common situations
Examples in Conversation
“Do you have a hacksaw I can borrow to cut this pipe?”
“He used a hacksaw to cut the old lock off the gate.”
Learning Path
▶Full Definition
A saw, with a blade that is put under tension, for cutting metal