AXING
/ˈæksɪŋ/
5 letters · 2 syllables · verb, noun
Definition of AXING
To request (information, or an answer to a question).
"I asked her age."
To put forward (a question) to be answered.
"to ask a question"
To interrogate or enquire of (a person).
"I'm going to ask this lady for directions."
To fell or chop with an axe.
To lay off, terminate or drastically reduce, especially in a rough or ruthless manner; to cancel.
"He got axed in the last round of firings."
To furnish with an axle.
An assault carried out with an axe.
Examples of AXING in a Sentence
- "I asked her age."
- "to ask a question"
- "I'm going to ask this lady for directions."
- "He got axed in the last round of firings."
Word Details
Is AXING a Scrabble Word?
Yes, AXING is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: AXING uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for AXING
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | a | x | i | n | g | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 13 |
| WWF | 1 | 8 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 15 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in AXING
15 words from the letters in AXING
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use AXING in Word Games
AXING is worth 13 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, AXING is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble AXING to find 15 additional valid words.