Waxy: meaning, definitions and examples

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waxy

 

[ หˆwaksi ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

texture description

The term 'waxy' refers to a texture that is smooth, shiny, and resembles that of wax. This quality can be seen in various substances, including certain fruits and vegetables, which have a protective waxy coating. In a broader sense, it can describe the appearance of skin or surfaces that have an unusual sheen or slickness. In some contexts, 'waxy' can also refer to the look of processed or artificial materials that mimic the properties of natural wax.

Synonyms

glossy, lustrous, shiny, smooth

Examples of usage

  • The waxy skin of the banana makes it easy to peel.
  • He noticed a waxy finish on the new car.
  • The candle had a lovely waxy aroma.
  • The leaves of the plant had a waxy texture.

Translations

Translations of the word "waxy" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น ceroso

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฎเฅ‹เคฎ เคœเฅˆเคธเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช wachsig

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ berlilin

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒะพัะบะพะฒะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ woskowy

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒฏใƒƒใ‚ฏใ‚นใฎ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท cireux

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ceroso

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท mumlu

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์™์Šค ๊ฐ™์€

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุดู…ุนูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ voskovรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ voskovรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่œก็Šถ็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ voskast

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ vaxkenndur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑะฐะปะผาฑะทะดะฐา› ั‚ำ™ั€ั–ะทะดั–

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒชWaxy

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mumlu

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ ceroso

Etymology

The word 'waxy' originates from the Old English term 'wรฆcx', which means wax. The transition through Middle English, where it was rendered as 'waxe', reflects the materiality associated with beeswax and its uses in candle-making and preservation. Over time, the term evolved to describe not only the substance but also textures and appearances that evoke the smooth, glossy characteristics of wax. The use of the word has expanded into various fields, from botany, where it describes the surface quality of plants, to cosmetic science, where it can refer to certain formulations. Today, 'waxy' is commonly used in everyday language to describe anything that has similar properties to wax in terms of sheen and texture.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #20,290, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.