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    Eje (en. Axis)

    /ˈex.e/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Central element that serves as support or guidance.
    The axis of the project is sustainability.
    El eje del proyecto es la sostenibilidad.
    Imaginary line that passes through an object or figure.
    The axis of symmetry of the square can be clearly seen.
    El eje de simetría del cuadrado se puede ver claramente.
    Main direction followed in an action or process.
    The strategic axis of the company focuses on innovation.
    El eje estratégico de la empresa se centra en la innovación.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'axis', which means 'axis, line, direction'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    axis of the Earth
    imaginary line that runs through the poles and around which the Earth rotates.
    eje de la tierra
    main axis
    the most important or fundamental in a given context.
    eje principal
    strategic axis
    the line of action that is considered most relevant in a plan.
    eje estratégico

    Related Words

    axles
    plural of axis.
    ejes
    optical axis
    imaginary line that defines the direction of a light ray as it passes through an optical system.
    eje óptico

    Slang Meanings

    In some contexts, 'axis' is used to refer to someone who is the responsible person or leader of a group.
    That guy is the pivot of the team, he always organizes everything.
    Ese tipo es el eje del equipo, siempre organiza todo.
    It can be used to refer to something that is 'key' or 'important' in a conversation, as in: 'That is the crux of the matter.'
    The axis of our discussion is ethics.
    El eje de nuestra discusión es la ética.