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Definition of greaseproof

greaseproof

/ˈɡriːs.pruːf/
grease · proof
Past Simple:greaseproofed
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Past Participle:greaseproofed
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Present Participle:greaseproofing
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greaseproof Lexical Profile

greaseproof Game Scores & Validity

• adjective

1

Impervious to or resistant to the penetration of grease or cooking oil, especially of paper used in baking or food packaging.

Example

"The baker lined the metal cake tins with greaseproof paper to prevent the batter from sticking."

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• verb

1

To treat a material, such as paper or cardboard, so that it is resistant or impervious to grease and oil.

Example

"Manufacturers greaseproof the food wrappers by applying a thin, food-safe coating during production."

• Rhymes for greaseproof

• Nearby Words

greaseball
greaseless
greasepaint
greaseproof
greaser
greasily
greasiness

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Greaseproof. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/greaseproof
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