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dewax

Pronunciation: /diːˈwaks/

Definition of dewax

verb

[with object]

remove wax from:linoleum needs to be dewaxed using a strong solvent

Nearby words

dew pond
dew worm
dewar
Dewar, Sir James
dewater
dewax
dewberry
dewclaw
dewdrop
Dewey Decimal Classification
Dewey, George

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