scure — meaning in English

English meaning

• axe noun A tool with a heavy blade on one side of the head and a long handle, used for chopping wood.

Senses

scure is used for these senses in English:

• axe An ancient weapon consisting of a head that has one or two blades and a long handle.
• poleaxe An ax having both a blade and a hammer face; used to slaughter cattle.

axe — full definition

1. noun A tool with a heavy blade on one side of the head and a long handle, used for chopping wood.
2. noun figurative: A drastic cut, cancellation, or dismissal.
3. verb To cancel, cut, or dismiss something or someone abruptly.

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