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lubricating

UK
/ˈluːbrɪkeɪtɪŋ/
US
/ˈluːbrɪkeɪtɪŋ/

Translations

lubricatingadjective
UK
/ˈluːbrɪkeɪtɪŋ/
US
/ˈluːbrɪkeɪtɪŋ/
The lubricating oil was essential for the smooth operation of the engine.
L’huile lubrifiante était essentielle au bon fonctionnement du moteur.
Synonyms
slippery
smooth
oily
greasy
slick
lubricatingnoun
UK
/ˈluː.brɪ.keɪ.tɪŋ/
US
/ˈluː.brɪ.keɪ.tɪŋ/
Gerund functioning as an uncountable noun meaning the act or process of applying lubricant.
Regular lubricating of bicycle chains prevents rust and wear.
La lubrification régulière des chaînes de vélo prévient la rouille et l’usure.
Synonyms
grease
lubricant
oiling
greasing
lubrication
lubricateverb

lubricating

Gerund

lubricated
Past Simple
lubricated
Past Participle
lubricating
Gerund
UK
/ˈluːbrɪkeɪt/
US
/ˈluːbrɪkeɪt/
The mechanic lubricated the car's engine to ensure it ran smoothly.
Le mécanicien a lubrifié le moteur de la voiture pour qu'il fonctionne sans à-coups.
Additional translations
lubrifierAu sens figuré.
Synonyms
grease
smooth
slick
moisten
oil

Definitions

lubricatingadjective
Serving to reduce friction or wear in a mechanism or between surfaces.
The lubricating oil was essential for the smooth operation of the engine.
lubricatingnoun
The act or process of applying a lubricant to reduce friction between surfaces.
Regular lubricating of bicycle chains prevents rust and wear.
lubricateverb
To apply a substance such as oil or grease to (an engine or component) to minimize friction and allow smooth movement.
The mechanic lubricated the car's engine to ensure it ran smoothly.
To make a process or activity run smoothly or more easily.
The manager's role is to lubricate the workflow by resolving any issues that arise.
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