Simple meaning
What does Axis mean?
Axis is an imaginary line something rotates around.
Dictionary definition
Axis means an imaginary line a planet spins around.
Example sentences
Axis in a sentence
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In science class, we learned what axis means.
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The reading passage used axis to explain an Earth and space science idea.
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During a classroom model activity, using axis correctly made our explanation more precise.
Synonyms
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center lineRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
spin lineRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
rotation lineRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
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Axis word family
Base word
axis
noun
axis
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What does axis mean?
Axis means axis is an imaginary line something rotates around.
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