rip fence in English

Forms: rip fences [plural] [Show additional information ▼] [Hide additional information ▲]

Etymology: Referring to its use in guiding the workpiece during the process of making a rip cut. Head templates: {{en-noun}} rip fence (plural rip fences)

Inflected forms

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  "etymology_text": "Referring to its use in guiding the workpiece during the process of making a rip cut.",
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        "In a table saw, a fence or guide running from the front of the table (the side nearest the operator) to the back, parallel to the cutting plane of the blade."
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  "etymology_text": "Referring to its use in guiding the workpiece during the process of making a rip cut.",
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        "In a table saw, a fence or guide running from the front of the table (the side nearest the operator) to the back, parallel to the cutting plane of the blade."
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"rip fence" meaning in English

Noun

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