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to wax
01
depilare con la cera, cerare
to use a thin and warm layer of a substance that is usually made of beeswax to remove unwanted hair from the skin
Transitive: to wax skin of a body part
Esempi
She waxes her legs every month to keep them smooth and hair-free.
Lei depila le gambe ogni mese per mantenerle lisce e senza peli.
02
cerare
to apply a smooth and protective layer onto something, enhancing its appearance or providing a glossy finish
Transitive: to wax the surface of something
Esempi
To preserve the antique furniture, the curator advised waxing it periodically to prevent deterioration.
Per preservare i mobili antichi, il curatore ha consigliato di cerarli periodicamente per prevenirne il deterioramento.
03
crescere
to grow in strength, size, intensity, etc.
Intransitive
Esempi
The city 's population has waxed over the years, leading to urban expansion.
La popolazione della città è aumentata nel corso degli anni, portando a un'espansione urbana.
04
crescere
(of the moon) to progressively display a larger illuminated section until it turns into a full moon
Intransitive
Esempi
The moon waxes, reaching full brightness in about two weeks.
La luna cresce, raggiungendo la piena luminosità in circa due settimane.
Wax
01
cera, candela
a solid, fatty substance that is typically melted to make candles, used for coating surfaces or as a component of certain cosmetic or medical products
Esempi
The wax on the surfboard helped with grip.
La cera sulla tavola da surf aiutava con la presa.
