Definitions

1. noun

a cut or incision made at right angles to the grain of wood, especially in woodworking, or a saw used to make such cuts

“The carpenter used a crosscut saw to cut through the thick wooden beam.”

2. verb

to cut or cut through (something) at right angles to the grain

“You need to crosscut the wood to get it to fit perfectly.”

3. noun

a saw used for cutting wood or other materials at right angles to the grain

“The crosscut saw is an essential tool for every carpenter.”