beeswax

Definitions

1. A wax secreted by bees from which they make honeycomb; or, the processed form of this wax used in the manufacture of various goods.
   uncountable, usually
2. A wax secreted by bees from which they make honeycomb; or, the processed form of this wax used in the manufacture of various goods
3. Business, as in such phrases as mind your own beeswax and none of your beeswax.
   Canada, US, humorous, informal, uncountable, usually
4. Business
5. To polish with beeswax

Equivalents

Examples

“The candle was made entirely of natural beeswax.”

“She polished the furniture with beeswax to give⟳ it a shine⟳.”

“The beekeeper collected honey and beeswax from the hives.”

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