Wax

usgb/wæks/
noun

A sticky substance that comes from bees, used to make candles and other things.

She is making candles out of beeswax.
Visual representation of "wax" - A sticky substance that comes from bees, used to make candles and other things

Often appears as...

  • beeswax
  • candle wax
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Bees' Product

Wax from bees is natural and often associated with crafting and organic products.

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She prefers using natural beeswax for her lip balms.
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Not Always Bees

Remember, wax can come from other sources like plants or be synthetic.

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The wax in these candles is made from soybeans.
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