beeswax
verbEtymology From bee + -s- + wax.
1
To polish with beeswax.
beeswax
noun/ˈbiːzwæks/
Etymology From bee + -s- + wax.
1
Usually A wax secreted by bees from which they make honeycomb; or, the processed form of this wax used in the manufacture of various goods.
- The candle was made entirely of natural beeswax.
- She polished the furniture with beeswax to give it a shine.
1 more example
- The beekeeper collected honey and beeswax from the hives.
- Synonyms
- E901
- Derived terms
- mind your own beeswax
- Hyponyms
- white wax