English word oily comes from English -y, English oil
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| -y | English (eng) | Forming abstract nouns denoting a state, condition, or quality.. Used in the name of some locations which end in -ia in Latin. Forming diminutive nouns. Also used for familiar and pet names as a term of endearment. Added to nouns and adjectives to form adjectives meaning “having the quality of”.. Added to verbs to form adjectives meaning "inclined to". |
| oil | English (eng) | (transitive) To grease with oil for cooking.. (transitive) To lubricate with oil. An oil painting.. Liquid fat.. Petroleum-based liquid used as fuel or lubricant. |
| oily | English (eng) | (figuratively) Excessively friendly or polite but insincere.. Covered with or containing oil.. Relating to or resembling oil. (in the plural, informal) Oilskins. (waterproof garment). A marble with an oily lustre. |