Grease

Pronunciation: /ˈɡriːs/

Grease (noun)

  1. soft or melted animal fat used in cooking or baking.
  2. thick, oily substance used to make machines or parts move smoothly.
  3. dirty or oily substance that can make things sticky or slippery.

Examples

  • She used grease to fry the potatoes.
  • Grease adds flavor to the dish.

Common collocations: melt the grease, excess grease, apply grease, thick grease, remove grease

Grease (verb)

  1. to put oil or fat on something to make it smooth or prevent sticking.

Examples

  • Grease the pan before cooking.
  • He greased the hinges to stop the squeaking.

Synonyms of Grease

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Grease

  • Describing a lack of moisture or lubrication.