lubricate
verb (used with object)
to apply some oily or greasy substance to (a machine, parts of a mechanism, etc.) in order to diminish friction; oil or grease (something).
is lubricating
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present progressiveof lubricate (3rd person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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Probably greatest need of Germany is lubricating oil for machines, etc.
From Face to Face with Kaiserism by James W. (James Watson) Gerard
