ice ax

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noun

a mountaineering tool combining an adzlike blade and a pick on the head of a long wooden handle, with a spike on the end, used for cutting into ice and for support on icy surfaces.

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Origin of ice ax

First recorded in 1810–20

Words nearby ice ax

ice, ice age, ice ages, ice anchor, ice apron, ice ax, ice axe, ice bag, ice barrier, ice beer, iceberg

How to use ice ax in a sentence

Take a basic ice-climbing clinic to learn the fundamentals, like how to use an ice ax, navigate in crampons, and understand rope systems and protective gear.
These Clinics Will Make You a Better Winter Athlete|eriley|November 14, 2021|Outside Online
“In addition to my boots, therefore, I am indebted to you for a special brand of ice ax,” she cried.
The Silent Barrier|Louis Tracy
I gave him the ice ax, and started to the ascent of the remaining cliff.
The Mountain that was 'God'|John H. Williams
Bower brushed past, and the guide stooped to recover his ice ax.
The Silent Barrier|Louis Tracy