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Jigsaws

Scope note

Electrically powered saws, having a narrow blade which moves with a reciprocating motion in a vertical direction; used especially for cutting curves and ornamental designs. DAC

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

300024074

Broader Terms used

<saws: woodworking tools>

Equivalent Terms used

jigsaw

Created

13yrs ago

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