pickaxe

[US]/ˈpiˌkæks/
[UK]/'pɪkæks/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. a tool with a long handle and a pointed head, used for breaking hard materials.

Example Sentences

The miner used a pickaxe to break through the rock.

She swung the pickaxe with all her strength.

The pickaxe is a common tool for digging and breaking hard ground.

He carried a pickaxe on his shoulder as he walked towards the construction site.

The pickaxe handle was worn out from years of use.

The sound of the pickaxe hitting the rocks echoed in the cave.

The pickaxe is essential for mining operations.

He carefully sharpened the tip of the pickaxe before starting to work.

The pickaxe is a versatile tool that can be used for various tasks.

She used the pickaxe to clear the debris after the landslide.

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