Definitions

1. noun

A puzzle consisting of a rectangular board with interlocking pieces, used for recreation.

“The children enjoyed assembling the large jigsaw of their favorite cartoon characters.”

2. verb

To cut or fit pieces together, especially with a jigsaw.

“The carpenter jigsawed the curved edges of the wooden panel to fit it into the cabinet.”

3. verb

To make something into a puzzle or a problem to be solved.

“The artist jigsawed the image into several pieces to challenge the viewer to reconstruct it.”