Japan wax


noun
  1. a pale-yellow, waxy, water-insoluble solid obtained from the fruit of certain sumacs, especially Rhus succedanea, native to Japan and China: used chiefly in the manufacture of candles, furniture polishes, and floor waxes.

Origin of Japan wax

1
First recorded in 1855–60
  • Also called Japan tallow, sumac wax.

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British Dictionary definitions for Japan wax

Japan wax

noun
  1. a yellow wax obtained from the berries of plants of the genus Rhus. It is used in making matches, soaps, candles, and polishes

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