wax - Definition & Meaning | Lingo Dictionary

wax

Third Person

waxes

Present Participle

waxing

Past Tense

waxed

Past Participle

waxed

to use a thin and warm layer of a substance that is usually made of beeswax to remove unwanted hair from the skin

transitive

She waxes her legs every month to keep them smooth and hair-free.
She decided to wax her upper lip to remove the fine hair and achieve a polished look.
He prefers to wax his chest rather than shave it because waxing results in smoother skin.
The esthetician carefully waxes the client's eyebrows to shape them into a defined and flattering arch.

to apply a smooth and protective layer onto something, enhancing its appearance or providing a glossy finish

transitive

After washing the car, he decided to wax it to give the paint a glossy finish.
To protect the wooden furniture, the homeowner regularly waxed it with a quality furniture wax.
The shoe enthusiast liked to wax his leather shoes to maintain their shine and durability.
The surfboard manufacturer recommended waxing the board regularly for better grip in the water.
To preserve the antique furniture, the curator advised waxing it periodically to prevent deterioration.

to grow in strength, size, intensity, etc.

Her interest in photography continued to wax over the years, leading her to pursue it as a full-time profession.
Their friendship was waxing as they spent more time together.
His popularity waxed last year after his breakthrough performance in the film.
The athlete’s performance waxed over the season, leading to several victories.
The city's population has waxed over the years, leading to urban expansion.

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(of the moon) to progressively display a larger illuminated section until it turns into a full moon

As the month progressed, the moon began to wax, growing from a thin crescent to a full moon.
As the days went by, the moon waxed, revealing its radiant beauty to stargazers.
As the days pass, the moon waxes, revealing more of its illuminated side to Earth.
Tonight, we can observe the crescent moon waxing in the evening sky.
The moon waxes, reaching full brightness in about two weeks.

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