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| dope |
any of various thick liquids or pastes used in construction or manufacturing to lubricate parts, absorb liquid, or the like. [1/7 definitions] |
| embrocate |
to lubricate and rub (the body) with a liniment or lotion, as to relieve sore muscles; apply an embrocation. |
| grease |
to lubricate (mechanical parts) with grease. [1/4 definitions] |
| lubricate |
to lubricate something. [1/2 definitions] |
| oil |
to cover or lubricate with oil. [1/7 definitions] |
| relubricate |
combined form of lubricate. |
| tear1 |
a drop of salty liquid produced in the eye which serves to cleanse and lubricate the surface of the eye and which is often produced in greater amounts when a person feels certain emotions, esp. sadness. [1/4 definitions] |
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