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Axe Definition & Meaning

axe
noun
  1. an edge tool with a heavy bladed head mounted across a handle
verb
  1. chop or split with an ax; "axe wood"
  2. terminate; "The NSF axed the research program and stopped funding it"

"Axe" in song lyrics

See how axe is used in real songs:

  • "I grip the microphone and wield like a battle axe"
    7L & Esoteric f/ Jawn P, Raydar Ellis — Boston Garden Rap
  • "In war I run at force with a cut axe"
    7L & Esoteric f/ Celph Titled, Karma, Trademarc — Warlords
  • "You fell on the blade of Lif's axe"
    7L & Esoteric f/ Mr.Lif — Operating Correctly

Usage tips for "axe"

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Frequently asked questions

What does axe mean?
an edge tool with a heavy bladed head mounted across a handle chop or split with an ax; "axe wood" terminate; "The NSF axed the research program and stopped funding it"
What part of speech is axe?
Axe is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does axe have?
Axe has 3 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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