Words Like PICKAX

We have put together a list of words that are similar to PICKAX.

3 Alternative Words Similar to pickax

1 Pick Noun Synonym Words Like Pick

2 Pickaxe Noun Synonym Words Like Pickaxe

3 Mattock Noun Hyponym Words Like Mattock

8 definitions of pickax

1 A pick with a point at one end, a transverse edge or blade at the other, and a handle inserted at the middle; a hammer with a flattened end for driving wedges and a pointed end for piercing as it strikes.

2 a heavy iron tool with a wooden handle and a curved head that is pointed on both ends

3 A pick, especially with one end of the head pointed and the other end with a chisel edge for cutting through roots.

4 To use a pickax.

5 To use a pickax on.

6 A pick, especially one with a sharp point on one side of the head and a broad blade on the other. The pointed end is used for loosening hard earth, and the other for cutting the roots of trees. See also cuts under pick, n., 1.

7 To cut or clear away with a pickax.

8 Alternative spelling of pickaxe.

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