Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

broadax

Noun
/ˈbroʊ.æks/
Definition
A broadax is a large, heavy axe with a wide blade used for hewing timber and shaping wood.
Examples
  • The lumberjack swung the broadax with ease, cleaving the log into manageable pieces.
  • In the early days of construction, workers relied heavily on the broadax to shape beams and frames.
  • He honed his skills in woodworking, mastering the use of the broadax to create beautiful furniture.
Meaning
The term ‘broadax’ refers to a tool primarily used in logging and woodworking, designed to cut or shape wood with precision and force.
Synonyms
  • axe
  • hatchet
  • bladed tool
  • chopping tool