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ceraceous

UK
/sɪˈreɪʃəs/
US
/sɪˈreɪʃəs/

Translations

ceraceousadjective
more ceraceous
Comp.
most ceraceous
Super.
UK
/sɪˈreɪʃəs/
US
/sɪˈreɪʃəs/
cireuxSe dit d’un aspect ou d’une texture rappelant la cire ; usage courant et naturel.
The ceraceous surface of the plant's leaves helps it retain moisture in dry conditions.
La surface cireuse des feuilles de la plante l’aide à conserver l’humidité en conditions sèches.
Additional translations
céracéTerme technique ou scientifique, plus rare que « cireux ».
Synonyms
waxy
smooth
oily
greasy
fatty

Definitions

ceraceousadjective
Having a waxy appearance or texture.
The ceraceous surface of the plant's leaves helps it retain moisture in dry conditions.
Composed of, containing, or producing wax or a waxy substance.
Scale insects are covered with a ceraceous secretion that protects their bodies.
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