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tomahawk

/təˈmɑːhɔːk/ noun · British & US
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What does tomahawk mean?

noun

A type of axe with a long handle and a curved or hooked blade, traditionally used by Native Americans. A tomahawk can also refer to a blow or strike with such an axe.

Example

"The explorer used a tomahawk to chop wood for the campfire."

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