Japan wax en · NOUN
Etymology
From the location (Japan) where this waxy substance was first refined and used.
Meanings
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(countable, uncountable) A yellowish fat obtained by refining the protective coat from the berries of various Asian sumacs of the genus Toxicodendron.
There are many grades of genuine Japan waxes available which are distinguished by brand names.
1963, Harry Bennett, Natural & synthetic waxes, page 146:Japan wax is compatible with beeswax, cocoa butter, and glycerides.
2011, NIIR Board of Consultants & Engineers, The Complete Technology Book on Wax and Polishes, page 51:Of recent years Japan wax is an important article of commerce, and it was while examining a lot of several carloads some time ago that the though occurred to me why cannot it be used pharmaceutically?
1899 June, Robert C. Purcell, “Japan Wax as a Substitute of Beeswax in Ointments and Cerates”, in Merck Report, volume 8, page 257:
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Japan waxes | Number=Plur | lexicographic |