Lubricant: meaning, definitions and examples
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lubricant
[ ˈluːbrɪkənt ]
industrial use
A substance, such as oil or grease, used to reduce friction between surfaces in mutual contact, which ultimately reduces the heat generated when the surfaces move.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The mechanic applied lubricant to the gears to ensure smooth operation.
- The bearings were coated with a special lubricant to prevent wear and tear.
sexual use
A liquid or gel substance used during sexual activity to reduce friction and enhance pleasure.
Synonyms
sexual gel, sexual lubricant
Examples of usage
- The couple used a lubricant to make their intimate moments more enjoyable.
- Some lubricants are specifically designed to be used with condoms.
Translations
Translations of the word "lubricant" in other languages:
🇵🇹 lubrificante
🇮🇳 स्नेहक
🇩🇪 Schmiermittel
🇮🇩 pelumas
🇺🇦 мастило
🇵🇱 smar
🇯🇵 潤滑剤 (じゅんかつざい)
🇫🇷 lubrifiant
🇪🇸 lubricante
🇹🇷 yağlayıcı
🇰🇷 윤활제
🇸🇦 مادة تشحيم
🇨🇿 mazivo
🇸🇰 mazivo
🇨🇳 润滑剂 (rùnhuájì)
🇸🇮 mazivo
🇮🇸 smurefni
🇰🇿 майлау материалдары
🇬🇪 საპოხი
🇦🇿 sürtkü materialı
🇲🇽 lubricante
Etymology
The word 'lubricant' originated from the Latin word 'lubricantem', which means 'making slippery'. The concept of using substances to reduce friction dates back centuries, with ancient civilizations using oils and greases for lubrication purposes. Over time, the industrial revolution led to advancements in lubricant technology, resulting in a wide range of specialized products for various applications.