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lube

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /lub/ · UK /luːb/

lube means: Oil, gel, or another substance that helps surfaces move against each other without rubbing too much.

noun

SLIPPERY SUBSTANCEB2

Oil, gel, or another substance that helps surfaces move against each other without rubbing too much.

  • This chain needs some lube.
  • He applied lube to the moving parts.
  • They bought a bottle of lube for sex.

Similar words: lubricant

Common phrases: chain lube, apply lube, water-based lube

adjective

REDUCING FRICTIONC1

Used to help parts move smoothly against each other.

  • Check the lube oil level.
  • The mechanic replaced the lube pump.
  • A blocked filter can damage the lube system.

Similar words: lubricating

Common phrases: lube oil, lube system, lube pump

Questions about lube

What does lube mean?

Oil, gel, or another substance that helps surfaces move against each other without rubbing too much.

What is lube in other languages?

Türkçe: yağlayıcı · Español: lubricante · Français: lubrifiant · Deutsch: Schmiermittel · Italiano: lubrificante · 日本語: 潤滑剤

How do you pronounce lube?

In American English /lub/; in British English /luːb/.

How do you use lube in a sentence?

This chain needs some lube. He applied lube to the moving parts.

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