beeswax

noun
UK /ˈbiːzwæks/
US /ˈbiːzwæks/

Beeswax is a soft yellow material that bees make to build their honeycombs.

The candle is made of beeswax and smells like honey.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A yellowish substance used to make candles, polish, and cosmetics.

She polished the wooden table with beeswax.

3. Informal: a person's own business or concern, often in the phrase 'none of your beeswax'.

Where I was last night is none of your beeswax.

4. To rub or treat something with beeswax.

He beeswaxed his boots to keep them waterproof.