waxing

Definitions

The process of the moon appearing to grow larger as it moves from new moon to full moon.

The act of applying a substance, such as paraffin or beeswax, to a surface to protect or polish it.

The removal of unwanted body hair by applying and then pulling away a layer of adhesive wax.

Examples

The moon is currently waxing, meaning it will appear larger in the night sky over the next few days.

She decided to try waxing her legs to achieve a smoother finish than shaving provides.

Synonyms

increasing growing expanding enlarging mounting rising intensifying

Antonyms

waning decreasing shrinking diminishing declining receding fading