Axes

[L., Gr.] plural of axis. The straight lines which intersect at right angles and on which graphs are drawn. Usually the horizontal axis is the x-axis and the vertical one the y-axis. Called also axes of reference.

IN BRIEF: n. Straight lines about which bodies rotate.

Tutor's tip: "Ask" (request) permission before using an "ax"/"axe" (tool with a heavy head fixed to a handle) to cut firewood. You can use "axes" (tool for heavy chopping) to cut down trees. The earth spins on its "axis" (mathematical straight line).

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