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grease

UK/gri:s/US
IELTSTOEFLGREC1

Definitions

n.

Thick oily or fatty substance, especially used to lubricate machinery

油脂,润滑脂

v.

To apply grease or fat to something to lubricate it; to bribe someone

涂油脂,润滑;贿赂

Root Breakdown

Native English
greaseother
=grease

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    She applied grease to the door hinges to eliminate the annoying squeaking sound.

  • 2.

    The mechanic wiped grease from his hands with a cloth after working on the engine.

  • 3.

    Grease from cooking splatters can be difficult to clean off kitchen cabinets.

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