Dictionary Check: oily

"oily" is a valid word!

Scrabble 7 points
Words with Friends 7 points

Definition

adjective

containing an unusual amount of grease or oil

Example: "greasy hamburgers"
adjective

unpleasantly and excessively suave or ingratiating in manner or speech

Example: "buttery praise"
adjective

coated or covered with oil

Example: "oily puddles in the streets"
adjective

smeared or soiled with grease or oil

Example: "greasy coveralls"
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