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crosscut Definition and Meaning in English (crosscut definition)

verb
Synonyms:cut acrosstransverse cut
Quick Answer • Definition

Crosscut definition: To cut something, especially wood, perpendicular to the direction of its grain.

Definitions of Crosscut

  1. 1verb

    To cut something, especially wood, perpendicular to the direction of its grain.

  2. 2noun

    A cut made across the grain of wood or other material.

  3. 3noun

    A type of saw specifically designed to cut wood across the grain.

Example Sentences

“The carpenter used a special saw to crosscut the timber.”

“Make sure the crosscut is clean and straight.”

“He bought a new crosscut saw for his workshop.”

Synonyms

cut acrosstransverse cut

Antonyms

rip cut

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third person singularcrosscuts
present participlecrosscutting
agent nouncrosscutter
adjectivecrosscut

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Crosscut definition: To cut something, especially wood, perpendicular to the direction of its grain.
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'Crosscut' translates to 'crosscut' in English. Crosscut definition: To cut something, especially wood, perpendicular to the direction of its grain.
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