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waxen

wax·en [ wáks'n ]


adjective 
Definition:
 
1. pale and unhealthy-looking: lacking the rosy glow of life or health
a waxen complexion

2. made of wax: covered with, permeated with, or made of wax

3. like wax: resembling wax in texture and appearance

4. easy to shape: easily shaped, changed, or manipulated

[Pre-12th century. Old past participle of wax1]
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