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What does lubricate mean?

Looking for the meaning or definition of the word lubricate? Here's what it means.

Verb
  1. To make slippery or smooth (normally to minimize friction) by applying a lubricant.
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It is crucial that your oil be warm and fluid to properly lubricate the engine, even in winter.
The unit uses soy-bean-based biodegradable oil and compressed air to lubricate metal components that are being machined or drilled.
The accessory glands, including the seminal vesicles and the prostate gland, provide fluids that lubricate the duct system and nourish the sperm.
In another metalworking arena, Fantesk may one day be used to lubricate dies, which shape sheet metal into objects such as automobile roofs.
To help his recovery, Johnson had injections in December to lubricate the joint.
Dry skin lotions, creams, or thicker preparations may be used to lubricate the skin, prevent fissures, and keep the skin pliable.

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