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- [loo-bri-keyt]
- /ˈlu brɪˌkeɪt/
- /ˈluː.brɪ.keɪt/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [loo-bri-keyt]
- /ˈlu brɪˌkeɪt/
Definitions of lubricating word
- verb with object lubricating to apply some oily or greasy substance to (a machine, parts of a mechanism, etc.) in order to diminish friction; oil or grease (something). 1
- verb with object lubricating to make slippery or smooth; apply a lubricant to: to lubricate one's hands with a lotion. 1
- verb with object lubricating to smooth over, as a difficulty or human relationship; ease: to lubricate the friction between enemies. 1
- verb with object lubricating Slang. to provide with intoxicating drinks. 1
- verb with object lubricating Slang. to bribe. 1
- verb without object lubricating to act as a lubricant. 1
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Origin of lubricating
First appearance:
before 1615 One of the 41% oldest English words
1615-25; < Latin lūbricātus, past participle of lūbricāre to make slippery. See lubric, -ate1
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Parts of speech for Lubricating
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preposition
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lubricating popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 68% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
lubricating usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for lubricating
noun lubricating
- lubing — Present participle of lube.
- lube — lubricant.
- lubrication — to apply some oily or greasy substance to (a machine, parts of a mechanism, etc.) in order to diminish friction; oil or grease (something).
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