What does WAXES mean?

Parts of Speech:

Waxes is a verb and a noun.

Definitions:

As a verb, waxes means to increase or grow larger, stronger, or more intense. As a noun, waxes refers to a variety of solid or semi-solid materials that melt easily and are used to make candles, polish, or coatings.

Pronunciations:

In US English, waxes is pronounced as /ˈwæksɪz/. In UK English, waxes is pronounced as /ˈwæksɪz/.

Origin and Usage:

The verb waxes originated from the Old English word "wacan" which means "to become awake or active". The noun waxes originated from the Old English word "weax" which means "wax, honeycomb, or beeswax". The verb waxes is commonly used to describe the process of growth, increase, or intensification. The noun waxes are commonly used in the manufacturing of candles, polish, or coatings.

Synonyms:

As a verb, synonyms for waxes include grows, increases, strengthens, intensifies, amplifies, and augments. As a noun, synonyms for waxes include beeswax, paraffin, tallow, and carnauba wax.

Related Words:

Related 5 letter words to waxes include axles, taxes, maxes, and sexes.

Example Sentences:

• As a verb: The popularity of the new restaurant waxes every day.
• As a noun: The waxes used in the candle-making process are of high quality.