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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To help keep their moisture levels in check and protect themselves from wind, desert plants often have spiny, waxy, or hairy leaves.
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Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 5 Mar. 2026
Even the slice of cold, waxy cheese, mashed into a spoonful of tartare, manages to impart a sense of cohesion and even lusciousness.
—Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 5 Mar. 2026
White Potatoes Best for: Skin-on mashed potatoes White potatoes are considered an all-purpose potato with both starchy and waxy qualities, according to Hill.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Mar. 2026
After harvest, producers wash apples to remove dirt and debris, which also strips away the natural waxy layer that protects the fruit.
—Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 21 Feb. 2026
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Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 5 Mar. 2026
Even the slice of cold, waxy cheese, mashed into a spoonful of tartare, manages to impart a sense of cohesion and even lusciousness.
—Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 5 Mar. 2026
White Potatoes Best for: Skin-on mashed potatoes White potatoes are considered an all-purpose potato with both starchy and waxy qualities, according to Hill.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Mar. 2026
After harvest, producers wash apples to remove dirt and debris, which also strips away the natural waxy layer that protects the fruit.
—Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 21 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for waxy
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“Waxy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/waxy. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.
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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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