The Cairns Post: Waxy leaves and spectacular flowers; why hoya’s a winner
The meaning of WAXY is made of, abounding in, or covered with wax : waxen. How to use waxy in a sentence.
WAXY definition: resembling wax in appearance or characteristics. See examples of waxy used in a sentence.
WAXY meaning: 1. slightly shiny; looking or feeling like wax: 2. Waxy potatoes are firm inside and do not break…. Learn more.
Definition of waxy adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
- resembling wax, esp. in appearance: a waxy shine on his face. 2. abounding in, covered with, or made of wax: The floor is waxy. 3. pliable or impressionable: a waxy personality.
Waxy usually refers to a substance or object that resembles or is coated with wax, having characteristics such as being smooth, shiny, pliable, or slightly sticky to touch.
WordReference Random House Unabridged Dictionary of American English © 2024 wax y1 (wak′ sē), adj., wax i er, wax i est. resembling wax in appearance or characteristics: His face had a waxy shine. abounding in, covered with, or made of wax: Be careful! The floor is waxy. pliable, yielding, or impressionable: a waxy personality.
Both salad and new potatoes have a firm, waxy texture and hold their shape well. Some are waxy, yellow and mummified.
Australian Broadcasting Corporation: Geraldton's iconic wax flower blossoms into native food, with 'unique Australian flavours'
A growing appetite for uniquely Australian cuisine has led to a popular native flower being developed into a food flavouring. A new edible Geraldton wax flower has been developed to add a uniquely ...