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GREASEPROOF
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Dictionary entry overview: What does greaseproof mean?
• GREASEPROOF (adjective)
The adjective GREASEPROOF has 1 sense:
1. resistant to penetration by grease or oil or wax
Familiarity information: GREASEPROOF used as an adjective is very rare.
Dictionary entry details
Sense 1
Meaning:
Resistant to penetration by grease or oil or wax
Context example:
greaseproof wrapping paper
Similar:
imperviable; impervious (not admitting of passage or capable of being affected)
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