Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

pickax

noun

/ˈpɪkˌæks/

Definition

A pickax is a tool with a pointed end on one side and a broad blade on the other, used for breaking up hard ground or rock.

Examples

He used a pickax to break up the frozen ground.
The miners relied on their trusty pickaxes to extract minerals from the rock.
During the excavation, workers frequently switched between the shovel and pickax.

Meaning

The primary use of a pickax is in construction and mining, where it helps to dig or break apart materials that are too tough for ordinary digging tools.