olie — meaning in English

English meaning

• grease noun Melted or soft animal fat, or any thick oily substance used for lubrication.
• oil noun A thick, greasy liquid, either from plants, animals, or petroleum, used for cooking, fuel, or lubrication.

Senses

olie is used for these senses in English:

• grease (by extension) Any oily or fatty matter.
• oil Liquid fat.
• oil Petroleum-based liquid used as fuel or lubricant.

grease — full definition

1. noun Melted or soft animal fat, or any thick oily substance used for lubrication.
2. verb To coat something with grease or fat, often to make it slide or work more smoothly.
3. verb (informal) To bribe someone, especially to get quicker or preferential treatment.

oil — full definition

1. noun A thick, greasy liquid, either from plants, animals, or petroleum, used for cooking, fuel, or lubrication.
2. verb To apply oil to something, especially to lubricate it.

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