noun
- plural of grease; thick oily substances used for lubrication
verb
- third person singular present of grease; applies grease or oil to something
- bribes someone
Usage: informal
Examples
- The mechanic uses different greases for various car parts.
- Heavy machinery requires special greases to function properly.
- She greases the pan before baking cookies.
- The worker greases the gears every morning.
- He greases the bicycle chain to keep it running smoothly.
- The corrupt official greases palms to get permits approved.
- Various cooking greases can clog kitchen drains.