wax philosophical en · VERB
Pronunciation
- /ˈwæks ˌfɪləˈsɑfɪkl̩/ (US)
Etymology
From wax (“become”) + philosophical.
Meanings
- To speak in a philosophical way.
- To make profound statements.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| waxed philosophical | Tense=Past, VerbForm=Part | lexicographic | |
| waxed philosophical | Tense=Past | lexicographic | |
| waxes philosophical | Number=Sing, Person=3, Tense=Pres | lexicographic | |
| waxing philosophical | Tense=Pres, VerbForm=Part | lexicographic |