"candlewax" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: From candle + wax. Etymology templates: {{compound|en|candle|wax}} candle + wax Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} candlewax (uncountable)
  1. The wax of a candle. Tags: uncountable
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