lubrication
noun/ˌluː.bɹɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/US
Etymology
From lubricate + -ion.
- borrowed from lūbricātus
Definitions
The application of a substance (lubricant) between moving surfaces in contact in order to…
The application of a substance (lubricant) between moving surfaces in contact in order to reduce friction and minimize heating.
- Valve and cylinder lubrication is by atomised oil delivered by mechanical lubricators.
The neighborhood
Vish — recursive loop
No curated loop yet for lubrication. Loops are being traced one word at a time while the ingestion pipeline matures.
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