Axe and Battle-ax

Axe noun - An edge tool with a heavy bladed head mounted across a handle.

Battle-ax and axe are semantically related. in arm topic. In some cases you can use "Battle-ax" instead a noun "Axe".

Battle-ax noun - A bad-tempered scolding woman.

Axe and battle-ax are semantically related. You can use "Axe" instead a noun phrase "Battle-ax".