"waxie" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: waxies [plural], waxy [alternative]
Etymology: From wax + -ie, from the use of wax to waterproof cobblers' thread. Etymology templates: {{suffix|en|wax|ie}} wax + -ie Head templates: {{en-noun}} waxie (plural waxies)
  1. (Ireland, Dublin, dated) A cobbler. Tags: Ireland, dated Categories (topical): Occupations Synonyms: lad of wax

Inflected forms

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