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Meaning of begreased
The primary meaning of the word "begreased" is to cover or smear something with grease or a similar substance.
Etymology of begreased
The word "begreased" has its roots in the Old English words "be" meaning "to make" and "grēos" or "grēse" meaning "grease" or "fat".
The word has been in use since the 15th century, initially to describe the act of applying grease to something, and later to describe the state of being greasy or slippery.
Synonyms
lubricated
oiled
greased
slick
smooth
slippery
smeared
coated
covered
anointed
daubed
smeared
besmeared
smudged
bedaubed
soaped
waxed
polished
buffed
shined
varnished
shellacked
glazed
smeary
oily
fatty
waxy
soapy
slippery
slidey
slippy
gloopy
gooey
sticky
tacky
adhesive
gummy
syrupy
honeyed
sugary
viscous
gelatinous
Definitions
- The word "begreased" is defined by Oxford Languages as a verb that means to cover or smear something with grease or a similar substance, typically to reduce friction or make something more slippery.
- * It can also be used to describe something that has been made smooth or slippery by the application of grease or a similar substance.
Usage Examples
- The mechanic begreased the gears to ensure they would run smoothly.
- * The floor was begreased and slippery after the spill, so we had to be careful not to slip.
- * The cook begreased the pan before adding the food to prevent it from sticking.