greased
word · lemma: grease
Definition
Covered or coated with grease (a type of fat or oily substance), usually to make something slippery, prevent sticking, or help machinery work smoothly. Sometimes used figuratively to mean made easier, often by giving a bribe.
Usage & Nuances
Most common as an adjective for baking pans ('greased pan') or moving parts ('greased gears'). Figuratively, 'greased' can mean someone was bribed to help something happen faster ('greased the wheels'). Do not confuse with 'greasy', which usually describes something oily or dirty.
Example Sentences
She poured the batter into a greased pan.
basic
The wheels were well greased to make them spin smoothly.
basic
Use a greased baking sheet for the cookies.
basic
He greased the chain so his bike would run better.
natural
Everything seemed to go faster after some palms were greased.
natural
Make sure the cake tin is greased before you add the batter.
natural