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bayberry wax

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

An aromatic green vegetable wax from the surface of the fruit of the bayberry, used in the manufacture of scented products such as candles.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: countable, uncountable

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noun

Meaning 2

a fragrant green wax obtained from the wax myrtle and used in making candles

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Synonyms: bayberry tallow

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: wax

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