Waxiness (Noun)
Meaning
The quality of being made of wax or covered with wax.
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
Examples
- The museum staff carefully preserved the ancient relic due to its delicate waxiness and fragility.
- Her hands moved gently over the surface of the candle, appreciating the soft waxiness as the warm sun melted it slightly.
- One of the primary characteristics of the newest makeup products was their waxiness, which added to their staying power on the skin.
- Some customers were initially put off by the unusual waxiness of the vintage piano keys, but the musician saw their beauty.
- Despite the water resistance offered by its waxiness, the surfboard required extra protection for longer periods in saltwater.