What language does axe come from?

The word "axe" has an interesting history and its origins can be traced back to Proto-Germanic.

Here's a breakdown:

* Proto-Germanic: The word "aks" likely originated from this language, which is the ancestor of many modern Germanic languages, including English.

* Old English: This language adopted "aks" as "eax," which later evolved into "axe" in Middle English.

So, while we use "axe" in English today, its roots lie in the Proto-Germanic language.