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to wax
01
depilar com cera, cerar
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
Exemplos
He prefers to wax his chest rather than shave it because waxing results in smoother skin.
Ele prefere depilar o peito com cera em vez de barbear porque a depilação com cera deixa a pele mais suave.
02
encerar
to apply a smooth and protective layer onto something, enhancing its appearance or providing a glossy finish
Transitive: to wax the surface of something
Exemplos
To preserve the antique furniture, the curator advised waxing it periodically to prevent deterioration.
Para preservar os móveis antigos, o curador aconselhou encerá-los periodicamente para evitar deterioração.
03
crescer, aumentar
to grow in strength, size, intensity, etc.
Intransitive
Exemplos
The city 's population has waxed over the years, leading to urban expansion.
A população da cidade cresceu ao longo dos anos, levando à expansão urbana.
04
crescer, aumentar
(of the moon) to progressively display a larger illuminated section until it turns into a full moon
Intransitive
Exemplos
The moon waxes, reaching full brightness in about two weeks.
A lua cresce, atingindo o brilho total em cerca de duas semanas.
Wax
01
cera, vela
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
Exemplos
The wax on the surfboard helped with grip.
A cera na prancha de surf ajudou na aderência.
