American English pronunciation
How to pronounce lubricants
IPA transcription: ['lubɹəkənts]
Pronunciation variants: ['lubɹəkənts]['lubɹɪkənts]['lubɹəkəns]['lubɹɪkəns]
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Noun
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a substance capable of reducing friction by making surfaces smooth or slippery
Usage examples
- Some lubricants are conveniently packaged for ease of application.
- Some have now proposed this as the first line therapy after lubricants have failed.
- Both gas and liquid lubricants can transfer heat.
- Currently a variety of non-irritating substances are used as surgical lubricants.