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Meaning of oil
A viscous liquid derived from petroleum, used as fuel, lubricant, or in various industrial and domestic applications.
Etymology of oil
The word "oil" originates from Old English "æl" or "ol", and from Old French "oile" or "huile", which are derived from Latin "oleum", meaning olive oil.
The Latin term is derived from Greek "ἔλαιον" (elaion), referring to olive oil or olive tree.
The word has been used in English since the 9th century to refer to various types of oils, including olive oil, petroleum, and other viscous liquids.
Synonyms
petroleum
fuel
grease
lubricant
fat
diesel
gasoline
kerosene
paraffin
petrol
tar
asphalt
crude
distillate
extract
residue
slick
smudge
goo
gunk
grime
muck
slime
gel
syrup
juice
liquid
solvent
emollient
balm
cream
lotion
ointment
salve
unguent
varnish
sealant
coating
paint
thinner
turpentine
linseed
tung
mineral
synthetic
hydraulic
silicone
lanolin
wax
pomade
dressing
treatment
conditioner
finish
polish
gloss
sheen
glaze
Definitions
- A viscous liquid derived from petroleum, used as fuel or lubricant.
- * A liquid derived from plants, used in cooking or as a fuel.
- * A substance used for lubrication, protection, or as a fuel.
Usage Examples
- The car needs oil to run smoothly.
- * She used oil to cook the vegetables.
- * The mechanic applied oil to the machinery to prevent rust.
- * The company extracts oil from the ground for refining and distribution.
Antonyms
water
gas
solid
powder
dust
dirt
sand
gravel
rock
stone
ice
snow
mist
vapor
air
vacuum
emptiness
hollow
dryness
barrenness
desiccation
evaporation
dehydration
solidification
crystallization
gelation
coagulation
thickening
curdling
clotting