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Lubricant

Noun CEFR B2
ˈlubɹəkənt

Definitions

  1. A substance used to reduce friction between objects or surfaces.
  2. A personal lubricant.

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Examples

“Before you apply⟳ the lubricant, be sure the chain gets a good cleaning with a stiff bristle brush and a good rub down in clean⟳ rags or shop⟳ towels.”
“She'd come⟳ back from the hangar with Clint and some shop⟳ towels for Bendix's wound.”
“Food-grade lubricants are made for meat and poultry and other food-processing equipment. These lubricants are generally registered with the National Sanitary Foundation (NSF).”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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See also

Lubricants Lubricate Lubricated Lubricates Lubricating lubricating oil

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