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lubrication

[ loo-bri-key-shuhn ]

noun

  1. the application of a lubricant to diminish friction:

    Without adequate lubrication, the machinery becomes inefficient, even dangerous.

  2. the act of smoothing over a difficulty:

    Let’s avoid further trouble with a little diplomatic lubrication.

  3. Slang. the provision or consumption of intoxicating drinks:

    The groom-to-be seems to have availed himself of a bit too much lubrication.



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Other ˜yÐÄvlog Forms

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˜yÐÄvlog History and Origins

Origin of lubrication1

First recorded in 1800–10; lubric(ate) ( def ) + -ation ( def )
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Example Sentences

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They’re ideally done throughout the day, so as to promote mobility and circulation, bringing blood flow and nutrients to the muscles and tendons, and increasing lubrication in the joints.

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But that inward gaze is less of a consideration than lubrication on the mechanics of getting Carol from Point A, i.e.

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The lubrication comment is in reference to the reveal on Tuesday that Homeland Security seized more than 1,000 bottles of baby oil and lubricant from Combs' estates during the raids earlier this year.

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“And in this piece there’s a very clear lubrication, a very open doorway into that kind of expression.â€

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The mucus primarily used for lubrication has more collagen, making it stiffer; the mucus used for adhesion has more calcium, making it stickier.

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