Noun phrase
/wæks steɪdʒ/
The term "wax stage" generally refers to a specific phase in processes involving wax or waxy substances. One common context for this term is in relation to the life cycle of certain organisms, such as insects, where "wax stage" might describe a stage in which the organism produces or is surrounded by a waxy layer. It can also refer to stages in candle-making or artistic processes where wax is used. Its frequency of use is limited to specific contexts, primarily scientific or artistic, and it is more commonly found in written contexts than in everyday oral speech.
Гусеница переходит в восковую стадию перед превращением в куколку.
In candle-making, the wax stage is crucial for achieving the desired shape and texture.
В при производстве свечей восковая стадия имеет решающее значение для достижения желаемой формы и текстуры.
Observing the wax stage of the bee's development can help researchers understand more about their growth cycles.
The phrase "wax stage" does not have widely recognized idiomatic expressions associated with it. However, the term "to wax and wane" is an idiomatic expression which refers to the gradual increase and decrease of something, often used in contexts like the moon's phases, popularity, or business trends. Below are examples of this idiomatic expression:
Популярность некоторых модных трендов, как правило, колеблется в течение лет.
My interest in painting would wax and wane depending on my mood.
Мой интерес к живописи колебался в зависимости от моего настроения.
The moon waxes and wanes every month, creating beautiful phases in the night sky.
The word "wax" derives from Old English "weax," which refers to the substance made from the secretion of bees or a similar consistency of fat. The term "stage," from Latin "stagium," refers to a particular point in a sequence or process, often related to growth or development.
Synonyms: - Phase - Stage - Step - Condition
Antonyms: - Decline - Diminution - Decrease