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oily

/ˈɔɪli/

Translations

oilyadjective

oilier

Comp.

oiliest

Super.

/ˈɔɪli/

grasSe dit surtout des poissons riches en huile ou en matières grasses.

Salmon and mackerel are considered oily fish rich in omega-3 fatty acids.

Le saumon et le maquereau sont considérés comme des poissons gras riches en oméga-3.

grasSe dit de la peau, des cheveux ou d’un aliment contenant beaucoup de graisse ou de sébum.

Teenagers often complain about oily skin during puberty.

Les adolescents se plaignent souvent d’avoir la peau grasse à la puberté.

huileuxSe dit d’une surface, d’une substance ou d’un toucher couvert d’huile ou gras au toucher.

The mechanic's hands were oily after working on the car engine.

Les mains du mécanicien étaient huileuses après avoir travaillé sur le moteur de la voiture.

Additional translations

huileuxSe dit d’un ton, d’un sourire ou de compliments excessivement flatteurs, avec une connotation péjorative.

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oilyadjective

Containing or covered with oil; greasy.

The mechanic's hands were oily after working on the car engine.

Smooth and slippery in texture or appearance.

The floor was oily after the spill, making it dangerous to walk on.

Excessively flattering or ingratiating in manner.

His oily compliments made everyone feel uncomfortable.

Having skin or hair that produces an excessive amount of natural oil (sebum).

Teenagers often complain about oily skin during puberty.

(of food, especially fish) containing a high proportion of natural oil or fat

Salmon and mackerel are considered oily fish rich in omega-3 fatty acids.