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1. paraffin_wax
noun. from crude petroleum; used for candles and for preservative or waterproof coatings.
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2. paraffin
noun. ['ˈpɛrəfən'] (British usage) kerosine.
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Etymology
- paraffin (English)
- paraffinum (Latin)
3. wax
noun. ['ˈwæks'] any of various substances of either mineral origin or plant or animal origin; they are solid at normal temperatures and insoluble in water.
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- wax (English)
- weaxan (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
- wæx (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
4. wax
verb. ['ˈwæks'] cover with wax.
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Etymology
- wax (English)
- weaxan (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
- wæx (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
5. wax
verb. ['ˈwæks'] go up or advance.
Etymology
- wax (English)
- weaxan (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
- wæx (Old English (ca. 450-1100))