Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Axis.
How to pronounce axis:
US
Axis - as a noun
A straight line through a body or figure that satisfies certain conditions
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
lineHyponyms (Broadly Related)
In world war ii the alliance of germany and italy in 1936 which later included japan and other nations
Example: "The axis opposed the allies in world war ii"
The main stem or central part about which plant organs or plant parts such as branches are arranged
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
stalkstemHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A group of countries in special alliance
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
blocHypernyms (Closely Related)
alignmentalinementalliancecoalitionHyponyms (Broadly Related)
The 2nd cervical vertebra; serves as a pivot for turning the head
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
axis vertebraThe center around which something rotates
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
axis of rotationHypernyms (Closely Related)
mechanismHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The Earth rotates on its axis."
"The axis of a Cartesian coordinate system is a straight line."
"The Allies sought to disrupt the enemy's supply axis."
"She adjusted the axis of the camera to capture the full scene."
"The dancer spun gracefully around a fixed axis."
Word Game Points
Is AXIS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, axis is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
AXIS has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is AXIS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, axis is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordAXIS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.
Is AXIS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, axis is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordAXIS has a WORDFEUD points total of 7.
