lubricate

英 /ˈluːbrɪkeɪt/ 　美 /ˈluːbrɪkeɪt/

v. 润滑；给……加润滑油Apply oil or another substance to reduce friction between surfaces.

I lubricated the door hinges to stop that annoying squeak.

我给门铰链加了润滑油，让那烦人的吱呀声停下来。

Regularly lubricating industrial machinery reduces friction, improves energy efficiency, and extends the working life of essential equipment.

定期润滑工业机械可以减少摩擦、提高能源效率，并延长关键设备的使用寿命。

搭配

lubricate moving parts 润滑活动部件lubricate machinery 润滑机械lubricate with oil 用油润滑

及物动词，直接接被润滑的部件；用with引出润滑剂。

lubrication (n.)、lubricant (n.)

近义 oil、grease