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- [self loo-bri-keyt]
- /sɛlf ˈlu brɪˌkeɪt/
- /self ˈluː.brɪ.keɪt/
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- [self loo-bri-keyt]
- /sɛlf ˈlu brɪˌkeɪt/
Definitions of self-lubricating word
- verb with object self-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 self-lubricating to make slippery or smooth; apply a lubricant to: to lubricate one's hands with a lotion. 1
- verb with object self-lubricating to smooth over, as a difficulty or human relationship; ease: to lubricate the friction between enemies. 1
- verb with object self-lubricating Slang. to provide with intoxicating drinks. 1
- verb with object self-lubricating Slang. to bribe. 1
- verb without object self-lubricating to act as a lubricant. 1
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Origin of self-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 Self-lubricating
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
self-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.
Synonyms for self-lubricating
adjective self-lubricating
- lubricated — to apply some oily or greasy substance to (a machine, parts of a mechanism, etc.) in order to diminish friction; oil or grease (something).
- mucous — pertaining to, consisting of, or resembling mucus.
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