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waxworks

[ waks-wurks ]

noun

(usually used with a singular verb)
plural waxworks.
  1. an exhibition of or a museum for displaying wax figures, ornaments, etc.


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˜yÐÄvlog History and Origins

Origin of waxworks1

First recorded in 1690–1700; wax 1 + work ( def ) + -s 3( def )
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Example Sentences

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Don’t expect luxurious trappings here; this isn’t the usual screen waxworks with meticulous details but few ideas.

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That in turn inspired a Halloween movie Night of the Daniels - in which the waxworks of Daniel in the museum come to life and terrorise the town.

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His best waxworks photographs are pictures of sculptures of historical figures based on photos of people posing to look like paintings or photos of those figures.

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This week saw mannequins of Little Mix unveiled at Madame Tussauds waxworks in central London.

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She became part of her family's travelling amusement business, living in caravans while managing attractions including a circus, funfair and waxworks.

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