sax
0 antonyms and opposites of sax, grouped by meaning.
Noun — Informal short form of "saxophone."
How to use sax
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
The musical sense is a clipping of "saxophone"; the older Old English root seax meant "a knife or short blade."
Full origin of sax →Frequently asked questions
What does “sax” mean?
The word “sax” means informal short form of "saxophone.". In plain terms, most commonly a short way to say "saxophone.".
How do you pronounce “sax”?
“Sax” is pronounced saks (/sæks/ in IPA).
How do you use “sax” in a sentence?
Here is “sax” used in a sentence: “He played a soulful solo on the sax.”
What part of speech is “sax”?
Depending on how it is used, “sax” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “sax” come from?
The word “sax” comes from Old English. The musical sense is a clipping of "saxophone"; the older Old English root seax meant "a knife or short blade.".
How many meanings does “sax” have?
“Sax” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: informal short form of "saxophone.".