waxier; waxiest
1
: made of, abounding in, or covered with wax : waxen
a waxy surface
waxy berries
2
: resembling wax: such as
a
: readily shaped or molded
b
: marked by smooth or lustrous whiteness
a waxy complexion
waxiness
noun
Examples of waxy in a Sentence
The polish left a waxy residue.
a plant with waxy leaves
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Tiny white lights illuminate the trees that line historic streets, colorful front doors are adorned with waxy magnolia wreaths, century-old wrought iron gates wear garlands like necklaces, and store windows display scenes borrowed from vintage Christmas postcards.
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Paige Porter Fischer, Southern Living, 3 May 2024
Medium waxy potatoes are boiled and peeled, then thickly sliced, then coated in an easy dressing.
—David Tanis, New York Times, 1 May 2024
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Paige Porter Fischer, Southern Living, 3 May 2024
Medium waxy potatoes are boiled and peeled, then thickly sliced, then coated in an easy dressing.
—David Tanis, New York Times, 1 May 2024
See all Example Sentences for waxy
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waxy
adjective
waxier; waxiest
1
: made of, abounding in, or covered with wax
a waxy surface
2
: resembling wax
a waxy complexion
waxy secretions
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