Stichsäge

jigsaw

noun SHTIKH-zae-geh Rare

Also means

saber saw

Usage Note

Stichsäge is a handheld power saw with a reciprocating blade for cutting curves and irregular shapes in wood, metal, or plastic panels; interchangeable blades suit different materials and thicknesses.

Examples

"Mit der Stichsäge lassen sich Ausschnitte für Waschbecken in Arbeitsplatten ausschneiden."

Natural Translation

Cut-outs for wash basins can be cut in worktops with the jigsaw.

Literal Translation

With the jigsaw let themselves cut-outs for wash-basins in worktops cut.

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