Axes a tree is a job that requires the use of an axe to cut down a tree. It is a common task for those in the forestry industry, as well as for those who need to clear land for construction or other purposes. The term 'axes a tree' can also refer to the act of chopping down a tree with an axe. The 4-letter solution to this crossword puzzle is 'HEWS', which is a verb meaning to cut or chop something with an axe.