oil

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oil
ɔɪl Listen
Meanings
noun
  • a viscous liquid derived from petroleum, especially for use as a fuel or lubricant.
  • oil paint.
    E.g. a portrait in oils
  • information or facts.
    E.g. Young had some good oil on the Adelaide races
verb
  • lubricate, coat, or impregnate with oil.
    E.g. I'll oil that gate for you tomorrow
  • supply with oil as fuel.
    E.g. attempts should not be made to oil individual tanks too rapidly

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