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greases

The correct spelling is greases.

How to pronounce greases

noun

Say it like: Gree-ses

The correct spelling is greases. Animal fat in a melted or soft state For example: "To my amazement, I greased the landing despite the tricky crosswinds."

Usage Examples

To my amazement, I greased the landing despite the tricky crosswinds.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.Animal fat in a melted or soft state
  2. 2.(extension) Any oily or fatty matter.
  3. 3.Shorn but not yet cleansed wool
  4. 4.Inflammation of a horse's heels, also known as scratches or pastern dermatitis.

verb

  1. 1.To put grease or fat on something, especially in order to lubricate.
  2. 2.To bribe.
  3. 3.To cause to go easily; to facilitate.
  4. 4.To perform a landing extraordinarily smoothly.
  5. 5.To kill, murder.

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