greaser

 
Pronunciation: /ˈgriːsə, -z-/

noun

  • 1a motor mechanic or unskilled engineer on a ship.
  • 2 informal a young man with long hair belonging to a motorcycle gang.
  • 3US informal, offensive a Hispanic American, especially a Mexican.
  • 4 informal a smooth or gentle aircraft landing: it is best to try and avoid greasers and attempt a firm landing