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waxy
adjective \ˈwak-sē\
: seeming to be made of or covered in wax
wax·i·erwax·i·est
Full Definition of WAXY
1
: made of, abounding in, or covered with wax : waxen <a waxy surface> <waxy berries>
2
: resembling wax: as a : readily shaped or molded b : marked by smooth or lustrous whiteness <a waxy complexion>
— wax·i·ness noun
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First Known Use of WAXY
1552
WAXY Defined for Kids
waxy
adjective \ˈwak-sē\
wax·i·erwax·i·est
Definition of WAXY for Kids
1
: being like wax <a waxy material>
2
: made of or covered with wax
3
: marked by smooth or shiny whiteness <waxy skin>
Medical Dictionary
waxy
adjective \ˈwak-sē\
wax·i·erwax·i·est
Medical Definition of WAXY
1
: made of, abounding in, or covered with wax <a waxy surface>
2
: resembling wax <a waxy complexion> <waxy secretions>
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