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Answer for the clue "Large lumber-ripper ", 7 letters:
bandsaw

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Word definitions for bandsaw in dictionaries

WordNet Word definitions in WordNet
n. a toothed metal band driven by two wheels

Wikipedia Word definitions in Wikipedia
A bandsaw uses a blade consisting of a continuous band of toothed metal rotating on opposing wheels to cut material. They are used principally in woodworking , metalworking , and lumbering , but may cut a variety of materials. Advantages include uniform ...

Wiktionary Word definitions in Wiktionary
n. A powered saw whose blade is a continuous band of metal with teeth along one edge. vb. (context transitive English) To cut with a bandsaw.

Usage examples of bandsaw.

I filled the bucket at the spring and went back to the log-yard where Brasilia and Ringo and Joby were feeding the bandsaw and the blindfolded mule going round and round in the sawdust.

The voices of Avondale acquired the tone of bandsaws cutting galvanized tin when discussing the King and Queen, as though a tyranny had been overthrown.