Present participle for to smear or lubricate with grease
“Lightly grease a terrine tin and line the base with baking paper.”
Present participle for to ease or facilitate the progress of
“I will have to get some tools for the technician and pony up a bottle of vodka to grease the proceedings.”
Present participle for to bribe someone
“Those who cannot grease the palm of officials may not be assisted at all.”
(slang) Present participle for to kill or murder someone
“Tony made it known that he was prepared to grease anyone who got in his way.”
Present participle for to make smooth or shiny
Present participle for to smear or rub over with oil or an unctuous substance
Present participle for to coat food with seasoning or marinade before (or during) cooking
Present participle for to quell the anger, agitation, or excitement of
Application of lube to reduce friction, enhance smoothness, or facilitate movement
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