Definition

A natural wax produced by honeybees, used for making items like candles and crayons, and for various other purposes.

Example

The artist used beeswax to create a beautiful candle.

Conversation

Have you ever seen how they make candles from beeswax?

No, but I’ve heard it’s really interesting!

Yeah, the process is pretty cool and the smell is amazing too.

I bet! I would love to try making something with beeswax myself.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'beeswax' is formed from 'bee' (from Old English 'beo', meaning the flying insect known for producing honey) and 'wax' (from Old English 'weax', meaning a substance secreted by bees). Together, 'beeswax' refers to the wax produced by bees.

Memory Tip

Think of the 'bee' that produces a special 'wax' — that's how you remember that beeswax is the wax made by bees.

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