Waxing
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈwæksɪŋ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Waxing is a noun meaning An act of applying wax.
Meaning
An act of applying wax.
More Meanings
- (countable) A cosmetic procedure in which hair is removed from the body by the application and removal of wax.
- (countable) A recording intended for a phonograph.
- present participle and gerund of wax
Example Sentences
Coordinate term: sugaring
The wanings and waxings (of the sun and moon) occur according to the (twelve) pitch-pipes.
Except for "Washing Machine Blues," a 1952 side for the King label, Carson's waxings went largely without notice.
The building interior was Gothic and finished by multiple waxings of the commercial coast woods, redwood, sugar pine, white pine, and Douglas fir.
Word Forms
- waxings
Synonyms for waxing
Depending on context, synonyms include platter, record, vinyl.
Antonyms for waxing
Common opposites include waning.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include mount, climb, rise, full, hair, increscent.
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