greaseless

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Etymology

From grease +‎ -less.

Adjective

greaseless (comparative more greaseless, superlative most greaseless)

  1. Without fats or oils.
    Many lubricants are greaseless, being based on graphite or silicone.
  2. Not feeling greasy to the touch; not leaving a non-water-soluble residue.
    Users insist on greaseless cosmetics.
  3. Not requiring separate lubricant.
    The O-ring and the Teflon formed a greaseless seal.

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