Synonyms for

Axel

Verb / ˈæksʌl / Another word for axel — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Axel is a noun that refers to a figure skating jump with one and a half turns in the air.

Synonyms & similar words

loop salchow flip lutz jump leap twist turn spin vault hop spring bound hopscotch skip bounce hop skip bound

Synonyms by register

Formal

jump leap vault

Informal

spin twist turn

Literary

pirouette capriole

Antonyms

stumble fall trip miss fail err

Common collocations

  • triple axel
  • double axel
  • single axel
  • figure skating axel
  • perform an axel
  • land an axel
  • attempt an axel

Word family

noun axel
verb axle

Usage note

The term 'axel' specifically refers to a jump in figure skating. It is often confused with 'axle,' which is a rod or shaft on which a wheel or gear revolves.

Example sentences

  1. He practiced his axel jump every day at the ice rink.
  2. She landed a beautiful axel during her performance.
  3. The axel is a challenging jump in figure skating.
  4. I want to learn how to do an axel on the ice.
  5. He fell while attempting an axel.

Quotes

  • Life is like a figure skating axel. You have to take off and hope for a perfect landing.
  • The axel jump is the heart of figure skating.
  • Success is landing an axel after countless falls.

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