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WAXES

5 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb

W 4/4
A 1/1
X 8/8
E 1/1
S 1/1

Definition of WAXES

noun

Beeswax.

noun

Earwax.

"What role does the wax in your earhole fulfill?"

noun

Any oily, water-resistant substance; normally long-chain hydrocarbons, alcohols or esters.

verb

To apply wax to (something, such as a shoe, a floor, a car, or an apple), usually to make it shiny.

verb

To remove hair at the roots from (a part of the body) by coating the skin with a film of wax that is then pulled away sharply.

verb

To defeat utterly.

verb

To increasingly assume the specified characteristic.

verb

To grow.

Synonyms of WAXES

Words with similar meaning

Antonyms of WAXES

Words with opposite meaning

Examples of WAXES in a Sentence

  • "What role does the wax in your earhole fulfill?"

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
2
Scrabble
15
points
WWF
15
points

Is WAXES a Scrabble Word?

Yes, WAXES is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 15 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 15 pts Words With Friends — 15 pts

Tip: WAXES uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for WAXES

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter waxes Total
Scrabble 41811 15
WWF 41811 15

How to Use WAXES in Word Games

WAXES is worth 15 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, WAXES is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble WAXES to find 27 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About WAXES

What does WAXES mean?
WAXES is a noun. Beeswax.
Is WAXES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, WAXES is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 15 points in Scrabble.
How many points is WAXES worth in Scrabble?
WAXES is worth 15 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from WAXES?
You can make 27 words from the letters in WAXES. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of WAXES?
Synonyms of WAXES include: beeswax, cerumen, earwax, disc, disk, record. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.