Definitions

1. noun

The property or quality of being slippery or difficult to grasp; a tendency to cause friction or resistance.

“The lubricity of the oil made it difficult to remove from the car’s engine.”

2. noun

A measure of the friction-reducing properties of a material.

“The lubricity of the new lubricant exceeded expectations.”

3. noun

A property of a substance that reduces friction between two surfaces.

“The lubricity of the graphite made it a popular choice for bearings.”