Wax ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Wax ( noun )

1. A substance that is used as a medium for polishing, lubrication, protection, or as a base for making candles, modeling, and many other uses.
2. A solid or semi-solid substance that is secreted by bees, used by them to build the walls of their honeycomb and to seal and preserve stored honey and larvae.

Origin:

Old english weax, of germanic origin; related to dutch was and german wachs.

Examples:

1. She was using wax to polish the furniture.
2. The candles were made of beeswax.
3. The skis were waxed before the race.
4. The wax figure of the celebrity was on display at the museum.
5. The wax seals on the letters were used for security and authenticity.

(As a verb)

Wax ( verb )

1. A substance that is used as a medium for polishing, lubrication, protection, or as a base for making candles, modeling, and many other uses.
2. A solid or semi-solid substance that is secreted by bees, used by them to build the walls of their honeycomb and to seal and preserve stored honey and larvae.

Origin:

Old english weax, of germanic origin; related to dutch was and german wachs.

Examples:

1. She was using wax to polish the furniture.
2. The candles were made of beeswax.
3. The skis were waxed before the race.
4. The wax figure of the celebrity was on display at the museum.
5. The wax seals on the letters were used for security and authenticity.