Meaning of greasy in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Classifying Adjective
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈɡrisi/

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  1. Classifying Adjective

    greasy

    Definitions

    1. containing an unusual amount of grease or oil

    Examples

    • « greasy hamburgers »
    • « oily fried potatoes »
    • « oleaginous seeds »

    Synonyms

  2. 2. smeared or soiled with grease or oil

    Examples

    • « greasy coveralls »
    • « get rid of rubbish and oily rags »

    Synonyms

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