Definition of LUBRICATION

lubrication

Plural: lubrications

Noun

  • the condition of having been made smooth or slippery by the application of a lubricant
  • an application of a lubricant to something
  • The application of a substance (lubricant) between moving surfaces in contact in order to reduce friction and minimize heating.

Origin / Etymology

From lubricate + -ion.

Synonyms

lubrifaction

Scrabble Score: 15

lubrication: valid Scrabble (US) TWL Word
lubrication: valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
lubrication: valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 20

lubrication: valid Words With Friends Word