What does DEWAX mean?

Parts of Speech

Verb

Definitions

1. To remove wax from something, especially from the ears.
2. To remove wax from a recording tape or vinyl record.

Pronunciations

• US: /diːˈwæks/
• UK: /diːˈwæks/

Origin and Usage

The word "dewax" is a combination of "de-" meaning "remove" and "wax" meaning "a sticky substance." It was first used in the early 20th century to describe the process of removing wax from recording tapes and vinyl records. Later, it was also used to describe the process of removing wax from the ears.

Synonyms

• clean
• purify
• sanitize

Related Words

• clean
• purge
• scrub
• swipe
• washy

Example Sentences

1. He used a cotton swab to dewax his ears.
2. The audio technician had to dewax the recording tape before transferring it to a digital format.