Meaning of the word ax in English

What does ax mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

ax

US /æks/

UK /æks/

a tool typically used for chopping wood, usually a steel blade attached to a wooden handle

Example:

•

He used an ax to split the logs for the fireplace.

•

The lumberjack swung his ax with great force.

Synonym:

hatchet cleaver

to cut or chop with an ax

Example:

•

They decided to ax down the old tree in the backyard.

•

The company plans to ax several unprofitable projects.

Synonym:

chop cut fell cancel terminate eliminate

Learn This Word at Lingoland

Related Word:

axe