Meaning of hew in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Verb
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /hju/

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  1. Verb

    hew

    Etymology

    Old English hēawan, of Germanic origin; related to Dutch houwen and German hauen

    Definitions

    1. make or shape as with an axe

    Examples

    • « hew out a path in the rock »

    Derived terms

  2. 2. strike with an axe

    Examples

    • « cut down, strike »
    • « hew an oak »

    Derived terms

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