Oiling: meaning, definitions and examples

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oiling

 

[ ˈɔɪlɪŋ ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

cooking

The process of applying oil to food before cooking to prevent sticking and add flavor. Oiling is commonly used when grilling or roasting meats and vegetables.

Synonyms

basting, greasing

Examples of usage

  • Before grilling the vegetables, make sure to do a thorough oiling to prevent them from sticking to the grill.
  • Proper oiling of the baking pan will ensure that the cake does not stick to the sides.
Context #2 | Verb

machinery

The act of lubricating or greasing machinery to ensure smooth operation and reduce friction. Oiling is essential for the maintenance of engines, gears, and other mechanical parts.

Synonyms

greasing, lubricating

Examples of usage

  • Regular oiling of the gears will prolong their lifespan.
  • Make sure to oil the engine regularly to prevent overheating.

Translations

Translations of the word "oiling" in other languages:

🇵🇹 lubrificação

🇮🇳 तेल लगाना

🇩🇪 Ölung

🇮🇩 pelumasan

🇺🇦 змащування

🇵🇱 smarowanie

🇯🇵 潤滑

🇫🇷 lubrification

🇪🇸 lubricación

🇹🇷 yağlama

🇰🇷 윤활

🇸🇦 تشحيم

🇨🇿 mazání

🇸🇰 mazanie

🇨🇳 润滑

🇸🇮 mazanje

🇮🇸 smurning

🇰🇿 майлау

🇬🇪 ზეთვა

🇦🇿 yağlama

🇲🇽 lubricación

Etymology

The word 'oiling' originated from the Middle English term 'oile', which came from the Old French 'oile' and Latin 'oleum', meaning oil. The practice of oiling has been used for centuries in various cultures to enhance cooking, lubricate machinery, and maintain tools. Oiling plays a crucial role in ensuring the efficiency and longevity of equipment and the quality of food preparation.

See also: oil, oiliness, oily.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #22,071, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.