wax on
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To discuss a particular topic at length.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
She sends the documentation Carrie’s way by text while — of all times — Steinem is waxing on about the new frontier of feminism.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “wax on” mean?
To discuss a particular topic at length.
Is “wax on” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.