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Grease Definition & Meaning

grease
noun
  1. a thick fatty oil (especially one used to lubricate machinery)
  2. the state of being covered with unclean things
verb
  1. lubricate with grease; "grease the wheels"

"Grease" in song lyrics

See how grease is used in real songs:

  • "Bolts of ligtning with Travolta grease"
    Aesop Rock f/ Camp Lo — Limelighters
  • "Fish and grease status and some hot grease"
    Big Kap + Funkmaster Flex f/ Raekwon the Chef — Dem Want War
  • "Whether chicken or ham, we gon' use the same grease"
    Bizzy Bone — Time Passing Us By

Words that rhyme with grease

Usage tips for "grease"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "grease" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for grease to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does grease mean?
a thick fatty oil (especially one used to lubricate machinery) the state of being covered with unclean things lubricate with grease; "grease the wheels"
What part of speech is grease?
Grease is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does grease have?
Grease has 3 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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