greaseproof

Repels fatty substances

Greaseproof describes paper or other material that resists penetration by oil or fat: greaseproof paper for lining baking pans.

Common in British English; Americans more often say wax paper or parchment paper, though these aren't identical products.

baking

parchment

Treated hide for manuscripts

  • linerInner protective covering
  • trayShallow portable platform
  • tinElement fifty, Sn

pan · silicone · mat · cupcake · cookie · cake · muffin · biscuit · pastry · lining

packaging

wrapping

Outer covering material

cellophane · preservation · moisture-resistant · sustainable · recyclable · biodegradable · clingfilm · takeaway · confectionery

material

paper

Pressed pulp for writing

  • coatingApplied surface covering
  • parchmentTreated hide for manuscripts
  • waxPliable waterproof substance

silicone · cellulose · translucent · food-grade · bleached · unbleached · compostable · disposable · sheets · rolls

Opposites
permeability to grease/oil

greaseproofabsorbent

Able to soak up

porous · permeable · pervious · penetrable · soaking

Phrases
Family

proof, grease, greasy, waterproof, greased, greasing, greases, fireproof, proofread

Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G