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lubricated

/ˈluː.brɪ.keɪ.tɪd/

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adjective

/ˈluː.brɪ.keɪ.tɪd/C1formaltechnical
  • ruОписывает что-то, что было обработано смазкой для уменьшения трения или придания скользкости.

Describes something that has been treated with a lubricant to reduce friction or make it slippery.

  1. Coated with lubricantB2formaltechnical

    Treated with a substance such as oil or grease to minimize friction between moving parts.

    ruСмазанный

    • The mechanic ensured all the bearings were properly lubricated before reassembly.
    • Regularly lubricated machinery tends to run more efficiently.
    • The chains of the bicycle need to be lubricated after riding in the rain.
    • A well-lubricated engine produces less heat and noise.

    Synonymsgreasedoiledslicked

Forms
  • more lubricated comparative form
  • most lubricated superlative form

verb

lubricate/ˈluː.brɪ.keɪt/C1formal
  • ruГлагол, означающий нанесение вещества (например, масла или смазки) для уменьшения трения или обеспечения более плавного движения.

A verb meaning to apply a substance (such as oil or grease) to reduce friction or make something move more smoothly.

  1. Apply lubricantB2formaltechnical

    To apply a substance (such as oil or grease) to reduce friction between moving parts.

    ruСмазывать

    • You should lubricate the engine regularly to prevent wear.
    • The mechanic lubricated the hinges on the door.
    • It is important to lubricate the chain of a bicycle.

    Synonymsgreaselubeoilslick

  2. Have lubricating propertiesC1formaltechnical

    To possess the quality of reducing friction or making something slippery.

    ruОбладать смазывающими свойствами

    • This oil has excellent lubricating properties.
    • The new formula lubricates better than the old one.
    • Some synthetic materials naturally lubricate surfaces.
  3. Make smooth or slipperyB2formal

    To make a surface or mechanism smooth and slippery by applying a lubricant.

    ruСмазывать

    • He lubricated the lock with graphite powder.
    • The machine parts need to be lubricated to operate quietly.
    • She lubricated the baking pan with butter.

    Synonymsgreaselubeoilslicksmoothwax

    Antonymsabradedryroughen

Forms
  • lubricated past participle
  • lubricated past simple
  • lubricating present participle
  • lubricates third person singular