lubricant
lu·bri·cant
noun \ˈlü-bri-kənt\Definition of LUBRICANT
1
: a substance (as grease) capable of reducing friction, heat, and wear when introduced as a film between solid surfaces
2
: something that lessens or prevents friction or difficulty <a social lubricant>
— lubricant adjective
See Examples of LUBRICANT
- The car's axles need more lubricant.
- using humor as a social lubricant
First Known Use of LUBRICANT
circa 1828
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