tomahawk
Translation
tomahawk, light axe
Examples
The museum displayed an ancient tomahawk.
The museum displayed an ancient tomahawk.
Grammar Patterns
((a tomahawk)) a light axe, originally used by Native Americans The museum displayed an ancient tomahawk.
Similar Words
Synonyms: axe, hatchet
Etymology
From the Algonquian language word 'tamahaac', meaning 'cutting tool'.
Memory Tips
Picture a small axe used by Native American warriors.