grease up
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To smear or otherwise lubricate with oil or grease; especially, to grease (something, such as a machine or a baking pan) thoroughly.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
On the evening of our second day Mr. Bliss said he thought we ought to grease up our shoes a little so that they would turn water better.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To flatter (someone) excessively; to suck up.
Register: slang
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “grease up” mean?
To smear or otherwise lubricate with oil or grease; especially, to grease (something, such as a machine or a baking pan) thoroughly.
Is “grease up” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.