Definition of "beeswax" in English

noun

1. A wax secreted by bees from which they make honeycomb; or, the processed form of this wax used in the manufacture of various goods.

   • The candle was made entirely of natural beeswax.
   • She polished the furniture with beeswax to give it a shine.
   • The beekeeper collected honey and beeswax from the hives.

2. (informal, Canada, US, humorous) Business, as in such phrases as mind your own beeswax and none of your beeswax.

verb

1. (transitive) To polish with beeswax.