noun a lifelike figure made of wax, typically representing a famous person or character
Waxworks have been used historically to create realistic representations of historical figures and events.
Waxworks can be used in educational settings to teach students about historical figures and events in a visually engaging way.
Waxwork is a form of sculpture where the artist creates lifelike figures using wax as the primary material.
Waxwork museums are popular tourist destinations where visitors can see lifelike wax sculptures of celebrities and historical figures.
Waxworks are often featured in museums, theme parks, and tourist attractions as lifelike sculptures of famous personalities.
In the context of a writer, 'waxwork' may be used to describe a detailed description or portrayal of a character or scene in a story.
A psychologist may use 'waxwork' metaphorically to refer to a rigid or unchanging behavior or personality trait in a patient.
Historians may use 'waxwork' to describe a historical figure or event that has been preserved or memorialized in a lifelike or static manner.
In the art world, 'waxwork' may refer to a piece of art or sculpture made from wax, or to a lifelike representation of a person or scene in a museum or gallery.