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waxy in Latin

waxy in Latin is cerosus — waxy means resembling wax in texture, appearance, or feel.

waxy in Latin

cerosus
adj
Resembling wax in texture or appearance.

What does "waxy" mean?

  1. adj Resembling wax in texture, appearance, or feel.
    "The apple's skin felt waxy and smooth."
  2. adj Of food, having a firm, low-starch texture that holds its shape when cooked.
    "Waxy potatoes are best for salads since they don't fall apart."
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waxy in a sentence

  • The apple's skin felt waxy and smooth.
  • Waxy potatoes are best for salads since they don't fall apart.

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What is "waxy" in Latin?

"waxy" in Latin is cerosus. waxy means: Resembling wax in texture, appearance, or feel.

How do you use "waxy" in a sentence?

Example: "The apple's skin felt waxy and smooth." In Latin, "waxy" is cerosus.

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