The term 'axe' is used to describe a variety of tools used for cutting, chopping, and splitting. The two-letter solution 'AX' refers to the tool itself, while the three-letter solution 'CUT' describes the action of using the tool. The four-letter solution 'BOOT' CAN refer to the act of kicking someone out, which is similar to the six-letter solution 'CANCEL' and the seven-letter solution 'DISMISS, ' both of which mean to terminate or end something. The four-letter solution 'SACK' CAN refer to the act of firing someone, which is similar to the four-letter solution 'FIRE.' The four-letter solution 'CHOP' and the three-letter solution 'CAN' both refer to the act of cutting something with an axe. The three-letter solution 'HEW' means to CUT or shape something with an axe, while the seven-letter solution 'poleaxe' refers to a type of axe used in medieval times. The seven-letter solution 'CHOPPER' is another name for an axe, while the seven-letter solution 'HATCHET' is a smaller version of an axe. The five-letter solution 'HEWED' means to have been CUT or shaped with an axe, and the six-letter solution 'layoff' CAN refer to the act of dismissing someone from their job.