unoiled

An archaic adjective meaning not lubricated with oil; figuratively, it could describe something rough or unpolished.

• 🇫🇷Adjectif désignant ce qui n'est pas huilé ou graissé ; au sens figuré, peut évoquer quelque chose de rude, grossier ou non poli.

1. Lacking lubrication B2 formal

   Describes a mechanical part or surface that has not been lubricated with oil, often causing friction or noise.

   • The unoiled hinges on the gate squeaked loudly.
   • The machine's unoiled gears began to grind.
   • He fixed the unoiled chain on his bicycle.

   🇫🇷non lubrifié

   Synonymes: dryungreasedunlubricated

   Antonymes: greasedlubricatedoiled

2. Untreated surface B2 formal

   Describes a surface, such as wood or leather, that has not had oil rubbed into it for protection or conditioning.

   • The unoiled wooden cutting board started to crack.
   • The leather boots were dry and unoiled.
   • She applied oil to the unoiled furniture to restore its shine.

   🇫🇷Surface non huilée

   Synonymes: barenaturalrawunfinisheduntreated

   Antonymes: finishedoiledsealedtreated

• more unoiled comparative form
• most unoiled superlative form