lubrify

/ˈlʌbrɪfaɪ/

Definitions

1. verb

to make or become slippery or smooth, typically by applying a lubricant

“The mechanic lubrified the engine to prevent it from seizing up.”

2. verb

to make or become easier to do or to understand

“The instructions will lubrify the process of setting up the software.”

3. noun

the act or process of making something slippery or smooth

“The lubrication process was an example of effective lubrification.”

Synonyms

  • lubricate
  • smoothen

Antonyms

  • encumber
  • roughen