Woodwaxen
Translation of "woodwaxen" into Russian
Definitions
woodwaxen
NounUK
/ˈwʊdˌwæksən/
US
/ˈwʊdˌwæksən/
A type of plant, specifically a shrub or small tree, known for its waxy yellow flowers, often used in traditional medicine or as a dye.
The woodwaxen in the garden bloomed beautifully, adding a splash of yellow to the landscape.
A yellow dye obtained from the woodwaxen plant, formerly used in textile dyeing.
The fabric was stained a rich golden hue with woodwaxen.
woodwaxen
AdjectiveUK
/ˈwʊdˌwæksən/
US
/ˈwʊdˌwæksən/
Relating to or coloured with the dye derived from the woodwaxen plant; yellow.
The painter favoured a woodwaxen palette for his medieval scenes.