Helve Definition

hĕlv
helved, helving
noun
The handle of a tool, esp. of an ax or hatchet.
Webster's New World

A forge hammer lifted by a cam acting on the helve between the fulcrum and the head.

Wiktionary
Synonyms:
verb
helved
To put a helve on; equip with a helve.
Webster's New World

Other Word Forms of Helve

Noun

Singular:
helve
Plural:
helves

Origin of Helve

  • Middle English from Old English hielfe

    From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition

  • From Old English helfe.

    From Wiktionary

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HHEHEL

Words Ending With

EVELVE

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