Added 8 October 2026 jigsaw /ˈd͡ʒɪɡ.sɔː/ noun Categories: ThingsRare Words noun ! Definition from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University. Pronunciation from Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org. More about jigsaw at Wordnik → Where our words come from → A portable power saw with a reciprocating blade; can be used with a variety of blades depending on the application and kind of cut; generally have a plate that rides on the surface that is being cut. Fine-toothed power saw with a narrow blade; used to cut curved outlines. Origin From jig + saw. From Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org (CC BY-SA) Related Words: fretsawtiletilingtapestrypatchworkmosaichodgepodgeheadacheattendpuzzle Back to today's word