lu·bri·cate /ˈluːbrɪkeɪt/ verb [transitiveT] 1 TITEto put a lubricant on something in order to make it move more smoothly 使润滑,给…加润滑剂[油] Lubricate all moving parts with grease. 给所有活动部件加润滑油。
2 informal to help things to happen without any problems 使顺利进行 Vic’s working day is lubricated by endless cups of coffee. 维克上班的时候要靠不断地喝咖啡才能把工作干好。
—lubrication /ˌluːbrɪˈkeɪʃən/ noun [uncountableU]