Chalkcutter

/ˈtʃɔːkˌkʌtər/ noun

A tool or person that cuts chalk into usable pieces, or a machine designed to cut chalk for use in writing or other applications.

From 'chalk' + 'cutter' (tool or person that cuts). The term emerged when chalk production became industrialized and required specialized cutting equipment.

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