wax
Definition
- n. any of various substances of either mineral origin or plant or animal origin; they are solid at normal temperatures and insoluble in water
- v. cover with wax
- v. go up or advance
- v. increase in phase
Word forms
- Present participle
- waxing
- Past tense
- waxed
- Third person singular
- waxes
- Past participle
- waxed
Example sentences
n.
I bought some colorful wax to make candles for the festival.
vi.
The moon will wax over the next few days until it becomes full.
vt.
Please wax the car to protect the paint from scratches.