Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
grease
noun
/ɡriːs/
Definition
A thick, oily substance used as a lubricant or in cooking.
Examples
- She applied grease to the squeaky door hinges.
- The cookie recipe calls for greasing the baking pan.
- He wiped the grease off his hands after fixing the bike.
Meaning
Grease can refer to any oily or fatty substance, often used to reduce friction between surfaces or as an ingredient in food preparation.
Synonyms
- oil
- lubricant
- fat
- margarine
