Wachsmodell

wax model

noun VAKHS-mo-del Rare

Usage Note

Wachsmodell is a sculptural model made of wax, used as a preparatory step before casting in bronze (lost-wax process, Wachsausschmelzverfahren). Neutral noun; also used in forensic and anatomical contexts.

Examples

"Das Wachsmodell wurde anschließend in Bronze gegossen."

Natural Translation

The wax model was subsequently cast in bronze.

Literal Translation

The wax-model was subsequently in bronze cast.

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