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Meaning of lubrication
The primary meaning of the word "lubrication" refers to the application of a substance to reduce friction or wear between moving parts.
Etymology of lubrication
The word "lubrication" comes from the Latin word "lubricus," meaning slippery, and the suffix "-ation," which forms a noun indicating a process or action
The term has been used in English since the 15th century to describe the act of making something smooth or slippery
Synonyms
oiling
greasing
smoothing
slicking
coating
covering
anointing
smearing
daubing
applying
treating
conditioning
moisturizing
hydrating
wetting
dampening
soaking
saturating
impregnating
permeating
infusing
filling
charging
fueling
powering
energizing
activating
facilitating
easing
reducing
lessening
minimizing
decreasing
alleviating
mitigating
Definitions
- The action of making something smooth or slippery, typically by applying a liquid or substance
- * The use of a substance to reduce friction or wear between moving parts
- * A substance used to reduce friction or wear between moving parts
Usage Examples
- The mechanic applied lubrication to the engine to reduce wear and tear
- * Regular lubrication of the joints is essential to prevent arthritis
- * The company specializes in providing lubrication solutions for industrial equipment
Antonyms
friction
abrasion
wear
tear
roughening
scratching
scraping
grinding
chafing
irritating
exacerbating
increasing
intensifying
augmenting
amplifying
enhancing
heightening
sharpening
roughing
coarsening
damaging
harming