reoil

/ˈriːoʊɪl/

Definitions

1. verb

to make something oily or to apply oil to something

“She had to reoil the squeaky door hinges to get them working smoothly again.”

2. verb

to recover or regain oil, often used in the context of lubrication systems

“The machine had to be reoiled after it ran dry.”

Synonyms

  • lubricate
  • reapply
  • replenish

Antonyms

  • deplete
  • dry