axe

Meanings

• noun

  A tool with a sharp edge or blade for chopping or cutting.

  - "He used an axe to chop down the tree."
  - "The lumberjack swung the axe, splitting the log in two."

• verb

  To cut or chop with an axe.

  - "They axed down the tree in record time."
  - "The tree was axed to make way for the new road."

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Pronunciation

1. /æks/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

boot , chop , pink slip , sack , downsize , fire , lay off

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with axe
apex , vex , hex , nex

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Variants

List of all variants of axe that leads to same result
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Forms

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axes, axed, axing, axeman, axehead

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Etymology

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Old English ax, probably derived from a Proto-Germanic word meaning 'axle' or 'hub'. The tool's shape and function evolved from early wooden axes to the metal axes we know today.

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Trivia

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1. The world's largest axe, called 'Big Al,' weighs over 14,000 pounds and is 35 feet long.

2. The Guinness World Record for the fastest axe chop is held by Marty Evans, who chopped through a log in just 6.29 seconds.

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Related Concepts

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1. Ax: An alternative spelling for axe.

2. Maul: A larger, heavier tool similar to an axe, used for splitting large logs or breaking up ice.

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Culture

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The axe has been an essential tool throughout history, with cultural significance in various societies. For example, the Norse god Thor was depicted wielding an axe, and the ancient Romans used axes in warfare and daily life. In modern times, the axe has been featured in literature, art, and music.

How to Memorize "axe"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the shape and design of an axe, focusing on the sharp edge and handle.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'axe' with the sound of chopping wood or the feeling of power and strength.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the sentence: 'An axe is a tool used to chop wood efficiently.'

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