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
