yex

/jɛks/

Definitions

1. noun

a type of Chinese axe or hatchet, typically used for chopping and splitting wood

“The yex was passed down through generations in my family as a valuable tool for logging.”

2. verb

to chop or split wood with a yex

“The lumberjack yexed the logs into smaller pieces for easier transportation.”

Synonyms

  • axe
  • hatchet

Antonyms

  • polish
  • refine