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AXIS

(noun)

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There are 6 meanings of the word Axis.

How to pronounce axis:

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Axis - as a noun

A straight line through a body or figure that satisfies certain conditions

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
line4
Hyponyms (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)
stalk9stem6
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A group of countries in special alliance

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bloc8
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
alignment12alinement11alliance10coalition11
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The 2nd cervical vertebra; serves as a pivot for turning the head

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
axis vertebra

The center around which something rotates

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
axis of rotation
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
mechanism18
Hyponyms (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."
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Word Game Points

Is AXIS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, axis is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

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 Word
AXIS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.

Is AXIS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, axis is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
AXIS has a WORDFEUD points total of 7.

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