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axis
noun(ax-is)
the center around which something rotates
Synonyms: axis of rotation,
axis
noun(ax-is)
a group of countries in special alliance
Synonyms: bloc,
axis
noun(ax-is)
the 2nd cervical vertebra; serves as a pivot for turning the head
Synonyms: axis vertebra,
axis
noun(ax-is)
a straight line through a body or figure that satisfies certain conditions
axis
noun(ax-is)
in World War II the alliance of Germany and Italy in 1936 which later included Japan and other nations
axis
noun(ax-is)
the main stem or central part about which plant organs or plant parts such as branches are arranged

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