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wax1
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- pronunciation:
- waeks
- parts of speech:
- noun, transitive verb
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun, verb), Word Explorer
part of speech: |
noun |
definition 1: |
a solid yellowish substance that is pliable when melted and is secreted by bees for constructing their honeycombs; beeswax.
- synonyms:
- beeswax
- similar words:
- honeycomb
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definition 2: |
any solid, plastic substance composed of hydrocarbons, fatty acids, alcohol, and esters that is easily molded when heated. (See sealing wax.)
- similar words:
- beeswax, paraffin, putty, sealing wax
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definition 3: |
the waxy brownish yellow substance produced in the passage of the outer ear; earwax.
- synonyms:
- cerumen, earwax
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definition 4: |
a paste or mixture containing wax that is used to polish a smooth hard surface.
car waxfloor wax- synonyms:
- polish
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related words: |
luster |
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part of speech: |
transitive verb |
inflections: |
waxes, waxing, waxed |
definition: |
to rub, polish, coat, or treat with wax.
- synonyms:
- buff, polish
- similar words:
- coat, shine, treat, varnish
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related words: |
black, polish, sleek |
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derivations: |
waxlike (adj.), waxer (n.) |
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