grease-proof
Adjective: - Resistant to grease or oil: "grease-proof" describes a material, especially paper or fabric, that prevents grease or oil from passing through it. - Example: Grease-proof paper is commonly used for wrapping oily foods like fish and chips.
- (The paper resists grease, keeping the cake from absorbing oil.)
- (The bag prevents grease from seeping through.)
"Grease-proof paper": a specific type of paper treated to resist oil and moisture, often used in cooking and baking.
- Place the bacon on grease-proof paper to absorb excess fat. (The paper prevents grease from soaking through to the counter.)
"Grease-proof lining": a layer of material that blocks grease, used in packaging or containers.
- The pizza box has a grease-proof lining to keep the cardboard from getting soggy. (The lining stops grease from the pizza from damaging the box.)
Grease (noun/verb): fat or oil from animal or plant sources; to apply grease to something.
- The mechanic wiped the grease off his hands. (The oily substance.)
Proof (adjective): resistant to or impervious to something (often used in compounds like fireproof, waterproof).
- The coat is waterproof, so it keeps you dry in the rain. (Resistant to water.)
Grease-resistance (noun): the quality of being resistant to grease.
- The packaging has high grease-resistance, making it suitable for oily products. (The ability to block grease.)
Oil-resistant: able to withstand or repel oil.
- This oil-resistant glove protects hands during cooking. (It does not absorb oil.)
Non-greasy: not containing or producing grease.
- The non-greasy lotion absorbs quickly into the skin. (It does not feel oily.)
To grease the wheels: to make a process run more smoothly (not directly related to "grease-proof").
- A small tip can grease the wheels of service. (It facilitates smoother interaction.)
To proof against: to make something resistant to a specific element.
- The fabric is proofed against water and stains. (It is treated to resist damage.)