waxy

English

/ˈwæksi/

adj
Definitions
  • Resembling wax in texture or appearance.

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English waxi affix from English wax (increase, grow, fit of anger, soft oily substance, become).

Origin

English

wax

Gloss

increase, grow, fit of anger, soft oily substance, become

Concept
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Basic actions and technology

Ontological Category

Action/Process

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