Beeswax (Noun)
Meaning
A yellow to brown wax secreted by honeybees to build honeycombs.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- The beehive was filled with a complex structure made entirely of beeswax, carefully crafted by the honeybees.
- To make candles, she melted the raw beeswax and added a few drops of lavender oil for a soothing ambiance.
- The natural adhesive properties of beeswax made it an ideal component for her homemade polish.
- In the apothecary, the pharmacist used beeswax to seal the homemade ointments in small jars.
- A thin layer of pure beeswax coated the floor of the hive, protecting it from dampness and dirt.