Axis
proper nounadjectiveattested in dialogue
- United States
The alliance (in effect before and during World War II) of Germany, Italy, Japan, and several minor allied countries, which opposed the Allies.
proper noun
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The alliance (in effect before and during World War II) of Germany, Italy, Japan, and several minor allied countries, which opposed the Allies.
Etymology
From Mussolini's idea of "an axis around which nations could assemble".
adjective
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Of or pertaining to this alliance.
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Axis · The alliance (in effect before and during World War II) of Germany, Italy, Japan, and several minor allied countries, which opposed the Allies.
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