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WordReference Random House Learner's Dictionary of American English © 2024lu•bri•cate /ˈlubrɪˌkeɪt/USA pronunciation v. [~ + object], -cat•ed, -cat•ing. - Mechanical Engineeringto apply an oily or greasy substance to (something) in order to reduce friction; make slippery:lubricated the gears.
- to cause to run smoother;
ease:to lubricate relations between enemies. - Slang Termsto provide with liquor:They lubricated their guests with gin.
lu•bri•ca•tion /ˌlubrɪˈkeɪʃən/USA pronunciation n. [uncountable] lu•bri•ca•tor, n. [countable] WordReference Random House Unabridged Dictionary of American English © 2024lu•bri•cate (lo̅o̅′bri kāt′),USA pronunciation v., -cat•ed, -cat•ing. v.t. - to apply some oily or greasy substance to (a machine, parts of a mechanism, etc.) in order to diminish friction; oil or grease (something).
- to make slippery or smooth;
apply a lubricant to:to lubricate one's hands with a lotion. - to smooth over, as a difficulty or human relationship;
ease:to lubricate the friction between enemies. - Slang Termsto provide with intoxicating drinks.
- Slang Termsto bribe.
v.i. - to act as a lubricant.
- to apply a lubricant to something.
- Slang Termsto drink or become drunk.
- Latin lūbricātus, past participle of lūbricāre to make slippery. See lubric, -ate1
- 1615–25
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