BATTLE-AX


Meaning of BATTLE-AX in English

/bat"l aks'/ , n.

1. a broadax formerly used as a weapon of war.

2. Slang. a domineering, aggressive, sharp-tempered person, esp. a woman.

Also, battle-axe .

[ 1350-1400; ME batelax ]

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