chakar

tʃɑːkər

Definitions

1. noun

A type of Indian or Pakistani axe or hatchet, typically with a curved or hooked blade.

“The farmer used a chakar to chop down the tree branches.”

2. verb

To chop or cut with a chakar, especially in a curved or hacking motion.

“The woodcutter chakar-ed through the thick logs with ease.”

Synonyms

  • axe
  • chopper
  • hatchet

Antonyms

  • polish
  • refine