Smeary
(adjective)
- Covered with a smeared layer of a greasy or oily substance.
- Having the appearance of something that has been smeared or smudged.
Origin:
The word "smeary" is derived from the old english word "smerian" meaning "to smear or anoint with oil or grease.".
Examples:
- The artist's palette was smeary with paint.
- His face was smeary from eating too many greasy foods.
- The print on the document was smeary and difficult to read.
- The car's windshield was smeary from the rain.
- The cookies had a smeary texture due to too much butter.