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WAX-END

\wˈaksˈɛnd], \wˈaksˈɛnd], \w_ˈa_k_s_ˈɛ_n_d]\

Definitions of WAX-END

1874 - Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language

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Thread covered with shoe makers wax, and pointed with a bristle, used in sewing leather together, as in shoes.

1874 - Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language
By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H.

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