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ax [or] axe
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- pronunciation:
- aeks
- parts of speech:
- noun, transitive verb
- phrases:
- have an ax to grind
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| inflections: |
axes |
| definition 1: |
a heavy cutting tool with a blade mounted at the end of a long handle, used esp. for chopping wood.
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| definition 2: |
(slang) a musical instrument, such as a guitar.
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| phrase: |
have an ax to grind |
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| part of speech: |
transitive verb |
| inflections: |
axes, axing, axed |
| definition 1: |
to cut with an ax.
- similar words:
- hack
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| definition 2: |
to remove suddenly; fire.
- similar words:
- fire
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| related words: |
discharge, hack, oust |
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