How do you pronounce lubricate?

lubricate is pronounced as /ˈluːbrɪkeɪt/.

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lubricate

🛢️lubricate

verb

/ˈluːbrɪkeɪt/

loyalty lubrication

Meaning

to apply oil or grease to reduce friction between surfaces

Example Sentences

The mechanic lubricated the car engine parts.

Example Expressions

well-oiled machine

Synonyms

oil, grease, moisten, polish, smooth

Antonyms

dry, rough, parch

Collocations

lubricate engine, lubricate joints, lubricate machine

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