relubrication

lu·bri·cate

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Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [loo-bri-keyt]
- /ˈlu brɪˌkeɪt/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [loo-bri-keyt]
- /ˈlu brɪˌkeɪt/

Definitions of relubrication word

verb with object relubrication 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 relubrication to make slippery or smooth; apply a lubricant to: to lubricate one's hands with a lotion. 1
verb with object relubrication to smooth over, as a difficulty or human relationship; ease: to lubricate the friction between enemies. 1
verb with object relubrication Slang. to provide with intoxicating drinks. 1
verb with object relubrication Slang. to bribe. 1
verb without object relubrication to act as a lubricant. 1

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Origin of relubrication

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 Relubrication

noun

adjective

verb

adverb

pronoun

preposition

conjunction

determiner

exclamation

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relubrication 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.

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