waxing

== English == === Pronunciation === IPA(key): /ˈwæksɪŋ/ Rhymes: -æksɪŋ === Noun === waxing (countable and uncountable, plural waxings) An act of applying wax. (countable) A cosmetic procedure in which hair is removed from the body by the application and removal of wax. Coordinate term: sugaring (countable) A recording intended for a phonograph. [from 1940s] Synonyms: platter, record, vinyl ==== Derived terms ==== === Verb === waxing present participle and gerund of wax Antonym: waning ==== Derived terms ==== ==== Translations ==== == Middle English == === Noun === waxing alternative form of waxynge