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单词 green wax
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Definition of green wax in English:

green wax

noun ˈɡriːn ˌwaks
  • A document or estreat giving notice of a fine, amercement, etc., delivered by the Exchequer and bearing a green wax seal; such documents regarded collectively; (in extended use) the office issuing them. Also in "process (also amerciament, issue) of green wax". Compare "green cloth". Now historical.

Origin

Middle English. From green + wax.

 
 

Definition of green wax in US English:

green wax

nounˈɡriːn ˌwaks
  • A document or estreat giving notice of a fine, amercement, etc., delivered by the Exchequer and bearing a green wax seal; such documents regarded collectively; (in extended use) the office issuing them. Also in "process (also amerciament, issue) of green wax". Compare "green cloth". Now historical.

Origin

Middle English. From green + wax.

 
 
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