waxwork

• Nom désignant une figure en cire, généralement représentant une personne célèbre, souvent exposée dans un musée.

A noun referring to an effigy, typically of a famous person, made from wax.

1. Twining shrubC1formalamerican

   A climbing shrub native to North America, known for its yellow capsules that contain bright red seeds.

   Célastre faux-buis (Célastre grimpant)

   • The waxwork shrub is often found in woodland areas.
   • Its yellow capsules burst open to reveal scarlet seeds.
   • Gardeners sometimes cultivate waxwork for its ornamental berries.

   Synonymesamerican bittersweet

2. Wax effigyB2formal

   A lifelike model of a person, typically a famous individual, made from wax.

   Effigie de cire

   • The museum displayed a waxwork of the queen.
   • Tourists love taking photos with the waxwork celebrities.
   • The waxwork was so realistic it looked alive.

   Synonymeswax figure