Beeswax: meaning, definitions and examples

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beeswax

 

[ biหzwรฆks ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

natural substance

Beeswax is a natural wax produced by honeybees. It is used by bees to construct their honeycombs and has various applications in cosmetics, candles, and food preservation.

Synonyms

beeswax sheets, honeycomb wax

Examples of usage

  • She used beeswax to make homemade candles.
  • The craftsman coated the wood with beeswax for protection.
  • Natural lip balms often contain beeswax as a main ingredient.

Translations

Translations of the word "beeswax" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น cera de abelha

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฎเคงเฅเคฎเค•เฅเค–เฅ€ เค•เคพ เคฎเฅ‹เคฎ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Bienenwachs

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ lilin lebah

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟั‡ะพะปะธะฝะธะน ะฒั–ัะบ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ wosk pszczeli

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่œœ่‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท cire d'abeille

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ cera de abeja

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท bal mumu

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฐ€๋ž

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุดู…ุน ุงู„ุนุณู„

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ vฤelรญ vosk

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ vฤelรญ vosk

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่œ‚่œก

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ฤebelji vosek

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ bรญflรฝja

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐั€ะฐ ะฑะฐะปั‹

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒ–แƒ˜แƒก แƒชแƒ•แƒ˜แƒšแƒ˜แƒก

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ arฤฑ mumu

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ cera de abeja

Etymology

The word 'beeswax' is derived from the Old English 'bฤ“os' meaning 'bee' and 'weax' meaning 'wax'. Its usage can be traced back to Anglo-Saxon times, where beeswax was recognized for its utility and was commonly used in various crafts and as a food preservative. Throughout history, beeswax has been a vital commodity, appreciated not only for its unique properties in creating candles and cosmetics but also for its role in artistry and religious practices. In ancient civilizations such as the Egyptians and Romans, beeswax was extensively utilized for writing tablets, preserving mummies, and crafting intricate sculptures. The traditional use and cultural significance of beeswax have continued to thrive through the centuries, making it a cherished natural material in contemporary times.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #24,599, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.