WAXES | English Meaning, Definition, and Pronunciation

Looking for the meaning of the word WAXES in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of WAXES with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.

Word: Wax

Speech Type: Noun

Etymology:

Old English wæx, weax, of Germanic origin; related to Dutch was and German Wachs. The verb dates from late Middle English

Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling: waks
Dialects: British English
Definition:

a sticky yellowish mouldable substance secreted by honeybees as the material of a honeycomb; beeswax.

Short Definition:

sticky yellowish mouldable substance secreted by honeybees as material of honeycomb

Definition:

used in reference to records

Short Definition:

used in reference to records

Examples:
  • he didn't get on wax until 1959

Word: Wax

Speech Type: Verb

Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling: waks
Dialects: British English
Definition:

cover or treat (something) with wax or a similar substance, typically to polish or protect it

Short Definition:

cover or treat something with wax or similar substance

Examples:
  • I washed and waxed the floor
Definition:

make a recording of

Short Definition:

make recording of

Examples:
  • he waxed a series of tracks that emphasized his lead guitar work

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