Posted by Masakim on June 13, 2003
In Reply to: Re: Waxing Poetic posted by ESC on June 13, 2003
: : I'm trying to find a good definition for 'Waxing Poetic'
: : I did a search on the archives here, no luck, and have checked
around google. I know what it means but I'd like to find a well
written def. TIA
: My opinion. "Waxing" = becoming poetic or assuming a state of being poetic. Definition No. 3 (Merriam-Webster online):
: WAX
: Date: before 12th century
: 1 a : to increase in size, numbers, strength, prosperity, or intensity
b : to grow in volume or duration c : to grow toward full development
: 2 : to increase in phase or intensity -- used chiefly of the moon,
other satellites, and inferior planets
: 3 : to assume a (specified) characteristic, quality, or state
: BECOME
See The Mavens' Word of the Day at
http://www.randomhouse.com/wotd/index.pperl?date=20000921