1. Plural of battleax: a heavy ax with a broad blade, used as a weapon in medieval warfare.
Usage: historical; often spelled 'battle-ax' or 'battle axe'
2. Plural of battleax: a domineering or aggressive woman (informal, dated).
Usage: informal; derogatory; dated

Examples

• Medieval warriors wielded battleaxes in close combat.
• The museum displayed several ancient battleaxes from the Viking era.
• Knights trained extensively with battleaxes and swords.
• The blacksmith forged battleaxes for the king's army.
• Battleaxes were effective weapons against armored opponents.