1
a
: a pin or shaft on or with which a wheel or pair of wheels revolves
b(1)
: a fixed bar or beam with bearings at its ends on which wheels (as of a cart) revolve
(2)
: the spindle of such a beam
2
archaic
: axis
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Each axle has its own central third spring to deliver almost infinite suspension adjustment and fine tuning.
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Michael Taylor, Forbes.com, 27 May 2025
And since the engine was still hanging out over the back axle, handling remained atrocious.
—Will Sabel Courtney, Robb Report, 22 May 2025
The truck has also been equipped with a new exhaust system, had its suspension upgraded with portal axles, and its ride height boosted to a ridiculous 18.5 inches.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 14 May 2025
Good luck trying to hunt a buffalo with your extra axle.
—Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 6 May 2025
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Michael Taylor, Forbes.com, 27 May 2025
And since the engine was still hanging out over the back axle, handling remained atrocious.
—Will Sabel Courtney, Robb Report, 22 May 2025
The truck has also been equipped with a new exhaust system, had its suspension upgraded with portal axles, and its ride height boosted to a ridiculous 18.5 inches.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 14 May 2025
Good luck trying to hunt a buffalo with your extra axle.
—Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 6 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for axle
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“Axle.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/axle. Accessed 30 May. 2025.
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axle
noun
ax·le
ˈak-səl 
: a pin, pole, or bar on or with which a wheel revolves
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