wax paper

/wæks ˌpeɪpər/
/wæks ˈpeɪpə/
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Other forms: wax papers

Definitions of wax paper
  1. noun
    paper that has been waterproofed by treatment with wax or paraffin
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    type of:
    paper
    a material made of cellulose pulp derived mainly from wood or rags or certain grasses
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