wax

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Definitions

n.

A solid, water-resistant substance such as beeswax or earwax; any similar oily solid material

蜡;蜡状物

v.

To coat or polish with wax; to gradually grow or increase in size or intensity

上蜡;(月亮)渐盈;逐渐增大

adj.

Made of wax

蜡制的

🧩 Root Breakdown

waxother
=wax

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    Beeswax is used to create natural candles and polishes.

  • 2.

    The moon waxes and wanes through its monthly cycle.

  • 3.

    She waxed the wooden floor until it shone brightly.

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