axis Meaning & Definition
What Does Axis Mean?
Axis is a noun that means An imaginary line around which an object spins (an axis of rotation) or is symmetrically arranged (an axis of symmetry). It is also used to mean A fixed one-dimensional figure, such as a line or arc, with an origin and orientation and such that its points are in one-to-one correspondence with a set of numbers; an axis forms part of the basis of a space or is used to position and locate data in a graph (a coordinate axis).
Quick Facts About Axis
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˈæksɪs// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | axis of rotation, axis vertebra and bloc |
| Plural | axes |
Axis Definition (Noun)
- An imaginary line around which an object spins (an axis of rotation) or is symmetrically arranged (an axis of symmetry).
The Earth rotates once a day on its axis
- A fixed one-dimensional figure, such as a line or arc, with an origin and orientation and such that its points are in one-to-one correspondence with a set of numbers; an axis forms part of the basis of a space or is used to position and locate data in a graph (a coordinate axis)
- The second cervical vertebra of the spine
- An imaginary, visualized plane separating two morphologically similar parts of an organism
- A form of classification and descriptions of mental disorders or disabilities used in manuals such as the DSM (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders)
- The main stem or central part about which organs or plant parts such as branches are arranged
- An alliance or coalition.
- The centre of attention within a process (e.g. the axis of investigation)
Noun
- A deer native to Asia, of species Axis axis.
Noun
- Axis axis, a deer native to Asia.
Synonyms of Axis
Axis synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Axis
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Axis in a Sentence
The Earth rotates once a day on its axis
Word Forms & Grammar
axis (plural axes or (rare) axiis)
axis (plural axises)
Words That Rhyme With Axis
Origin of Axis
Origin 1: Borrowed from Latin axis (“axle, axis”) in the 16th century. Via Latin cognate with ala, aisle, atelier. Via Proto-Indo-European *h₂eḱs- cognate with inherited English axle and borrowed axo-, axon.
Origin 2: From Latin, name of an Indian animal mentioned by the Roman senator Pliny.
Pronouncing Axis
You say axis as //ˈæksɪs//. It has 1 syllable.
Common Questions About Axis
What part of speech is axis?
Axis is a noun.
What is another word for axis?
Words with a similar meaning to axis include axis of rotation, axis vertebra and bloc. See the full list of axis synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of axis?
The plural of axis is axes.