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beeswax Definition

bees·wax (bēzwaks′)

noun

a tallowlike substance that honeybees secrete and use for building their honeycomb: it is used in candles, polishes, etc.

beeswax Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • use: We used the pure beeswax, with a mixture of resin to bind the beeswax.
  • melt: NEVER melt beeswax over an open flame or hot plate.
  • grate: Heat it gently, adding one tablespoon of grated beeswax for every liquid ounce of oil.
  • do: Then I did beeswax it, an ' look at it now!
  • apply: It is a new suit and I've applied beeswax on the zip.
  • add: Add more beeswax, a little at a time.

Preposition: for

ounce: Heat it gently, adding one tablespoon of grated beeswax for every liquid ounce of oil.

Adjective modifier

  • pure: We used the pure beeswax, with a mixture of resin to bind the beeswax.
  • organic: Jo would rather source this high quality, local beeswax, that is uncertified, than use organic beeswax, possibly from abroad.
  • natural: Frequent waxing should not be needed but can be carried out every couple of months using a good quality natural beeswax.
  • local: All of our candles are made from local English beeswax with pure essential oils in the floating candles.
  • colored: Candles made from natural and colored beeswax Created by the bees, constructed by Miranda, empowered by Cassandra, made magical by you!
  • Welsh: Ingredients: carrot oil* , lime blossom oil* , macadamia oil, rosewater, frankincense, local Welsh beeswax.

Modifies a noun

  • candle: In the center, on a small round table, place a beeswax candle.
  • polish: Finished off with a protective natural beeswax polish [ also handmade!
  • product: Iron beeswax products will age naturally and should be protected with a wax polish.
  • furniture: Stone's started by making a beeswax furniture cream - this advert is from 1952.
  • sheet: Create and decorate your own natural beeswax candles by transforming beeswax sheets into original candles in our easy kit.
  • wad: With the Henry bullet and the beeswax wad, the arm proved free from fouling in continued firing.

Noun used with modifier

citronella: Avoid patio heaters and electric lights in the garden - use citronella beeswax or vegetable-based candles to deter insects.