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pickaxe

/ˈpɪkæks/ noun · British & US
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What does pickaxe mean?

noun

A tool with a long handle and a heavy metal head, used for breaking up the earth or rocks, typically in mining or excavation.

Example

"The archaeologists used a pickaxe to uncover the ancient artifacts."

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