The term 'HATCHET RELATIVE' refers to tools that are related to a hatchet. An ADZ (3 letters) is a tool with a curved blade set at right angles to a handle, used for smoothing or carving wood. An ADZE (4 letters) is similar to an ADZ, but has a blade set at an oblique angle to the handle. An AXE (3 letters) is a tool with a heavy metal head and a handle, used for chopping wood. All three of these tools are related to a hatchet and are used for cutting and shaping wood.