Lubricator (Noun)
Meaning
A substance capable of reducing friction by making surfaces smooth or slippery.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- The mechanic applied a lubricator to the squeaky door hinge to silence the noise.
- The doctor used a lubricator to make the insertion of the medical instrument smoother and less painful.
- The factory worker sprayed a lubricator onto the conveyor belt to reduce wear and tear on the machinery.
- The skier applied a lubricator to her ski edges to improve glide and speed on the slopes.
- The nurse used a lubricator to make the thermometer slide in more easily and comfortably.