waxing moon
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noun
the moon at any time after new moon and before full moon, so called because its illuminated area is increasing.
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Origin of waxing moon
First recorded in 1660–70
Words nearby waxing moon
waxer, waxeye, wax flower, wax gourd, waxing, waxing moon, wax insect, wax jack, waxleaf privet, wax light, wax moth
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