ax
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
Alternative form of ask.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
When they were come togedder, they axed off hym, sayinge: Master wilt thou at this tyme restore agayne the kyngdom of israhel?
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “ax” mean?
Alternative form of ask.
Is “ax” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.