Vocabulary Entry

greased

|verb • adjective

verb

To apply a lubricant to something, often to enable smoother movement or operation.

Example Sentences

"I greased the hinges on the door to stop them from squeaking."

"Before assembling the machinery, make sure to grease all the moving parts."

"He greased the pan to prevent the cake from sticking."

adjective

Example Sentences

"The mechanic’s hands were covered in greased dirt."

"She wiped her hands on a towel, trying to remove the greased residue."

"He handed me a greased piece of machinery that needed fixing."