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wax

/wæks/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does wax mean?

noun, verb

A substance, usually yellowish or white, that is secreted by bees and used in making honeycombs, or a waxy or oily substance obtained from plants or animals. To cover or decorate something with a thin layer of wax.

Example

"The artist applied a layer of wax to the sculpture to give it a smooth finish."

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