A wire saw is a cutting tool consisting of a length of wire that has been coated with abrasive particles to serve as a cutting edge. The wire saw is commonly used to cut materials that are difficult or impossible to cut using conventional tools, such as stone, metal, and concrete. Some synonyms for wire saw include diamond wire saw, abrasive wire saw, flexible saw, diamond sawing wire, and cutting wire. Each synonym describes a different aspect of the tool, such as the type of wire used or the cutting properties of the saw. Regardless of the name, the wire saw is an essential tool for many construction and manufacturing projects.