noun๐ShareAnimal fat in a melted or soft state"The chef used the greases to make the biscuits extra crispy. "foodsubstancematerialanimalChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun๐Share(extension) Any oily or fatty matter."The mechanic wiped the greases off his hands after fixing the car engine. "substancematerialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun๐ShareShorn but not yet cleansed wool"After shearing the sheep, the farm workers collected the greases for further processing into lanolin. "materialsubstanceagricultureanimalChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun๐ShareInflammation of a horse's heels, also known as scratches or pastern dermatitis."The horse developed greases, which required careful treatment and rest. "animaldiseasemedicinebodyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb๐ShareTo put grease or fat on something, especially in order to lubricate."He greases the bicycle chain regularly to keep it from rusting and squeaking. "technicalmachineutilityChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb๐ShareTo bribe."He tried to grease the security guard's palm with a twenty-dollar bill to get backstage. "politicsgovernmentbusinesslawmoralattitudeChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb๐ShareTo cause to go easily; to facilitate."Offering the delivery driver a cold drink greases the wheels of a busy day, making him more likely to be quick and efficient. "actionachievementbusinessworkChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb๐ShareTo perform a landing extraordinarily smoothly."To my amazement, I greased the landing despite the tricky crosswinds."vehiclenauticalsailingtechnicalactionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb๐ShareTo kill, murder."The informant feared that the mob would find him and grease him for betraying them. "policemilitaryactioninhumanwarChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb๐ShareTo cheat or cozen; to overreach."The used car salesman often greases unsuspecting customers by hiding flaws in the engine. "moralbusinessactioncharacterChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb๐ShareTo affect (a horse) with grease, the disease."The stable owner worried that the damp conditions would grease his horses, leading to painful and debilitating sores. "animaldiseaseChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading