ax | Definition of ax

ax

verb

variants: or axe

Synonyms and Antonyms of ax

to let go from office, service, or employment

the boss will ax anyone who leaks company secrets

Synonyms of ax

bounce, can, cashier, discharge, dismiss, fire, muster out, pink-slip, release, remove, retire, sack, terminate, turn off

Words Related to ax

downsize, excess, furlough, lay off, trim

boot (out), chuck (out), drum (out), kick out, throw out, unseat

Phrases Synonymous with ax

send packing, show the door (one)

Near Antonyms of ax

reemploy, rehire

contract, subcontract

Antonyms of ax

employ, engage, hire, retain, sign (up or on), take on