noun

a thick oily substance, especially as used as a lubricant.

axle grease

lubricant,lubrication,unguent,lube,oil,ointment,lotion,cream,Brylcreem

verb

smear or lubricate with grease.

grease a shallow baking dish

lubricate,oil,smear with grease/oil,make slippery,make smooth,make oily