Degreasing

/diːˈɡrisɪŋ/ noun

Definition

The process or act of removing grease or oil from something; a cleaning procedure.

Etymology

From degrease + -ing (gerund/present participle suffix). Forms the noun describing the action of removing grease.

Kelly Says

Professional car restoration always includes degreasing engines—decades of accumulated oil must be removed before mechanics can see what actually needs repair.

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