circular saw

[ˈsɜːrkjələr sɔː]
nounpl: circular saws
serra circular
1. A power tool with a round blade that rotates to cut wood, metal, or other materials
He used a circular saw to cut the wooden planks for the deck.
Ele usou uma serra circular para cortar as tábuas de madeira para o deck.
2. A handheld or stationary cutting tool with a toothed circular blade used in woodworking and construction
The carpenter operated the circular saw with great precision.
O carpinteiro operava a serra circular com grande precisão.
The circular saw is a fundamental tool in both American and Brazilian construction and woodworking industries. In Brazil, it's essential equipment in carpentry workshops (marcenarias) and construction sites (obras). Safety regulations regarding protective equipment and proper handling are increasingly emphasized in both countries due to injury risks associated with the rotating blade.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
power sawchop sawcut-off saw
Antonyms / Antônimos
hand sawhacksaw

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
serra circular
most common term used in Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
serra circular
standard regional usage
São Paulo
serra circular
standard regional usage, common in construction industry
Portugal
serra circular
same term used in European Portuguese

Related Words

bladewoodworkingpower toolcuttingcarpentrymiter saw

Related Idioms & Phrases

cutting edge technology
run of the mill tool
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