v. t. | 1. | To make smooth or slippery; |
2. | To apply a lubricant to, as oil or tallow. | |
3. | To reduce social frictions or difficulties between people, thus making cooperation easier and joint action smoother. | |
4. | To inebriate by supplying with alcoholic beverages. |
Verb | 1. | lubricate - have lubricating properties; "the liquid in this can lubricates well" |
2. | lubricate - apply a lubricant to; "lubricate my car" Synonyms: lube | |
3. | lubricate - make slippery or smooth through the application of a lubricant; "lubricate the key" |