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Webster 1913 Edition
Lubricate
1.
To make smooth or slippery;
as, mucilaginous and saponaceous remedies
. lubricate
the parts to which they are appliedS. Sharp.
Supples,
The various movements of this nice machine.
lubricates
, and keeps in play,The various movements of this nice machine.
Young.
2.
To apply a lubricant to, as oil or tallow.
Webster 1828 Edition
Lubricate
LU'BRICATE
,Verb.
T.
To make smooth or slippery. Mucilaginous and saponaceous medicines lubricate the parts to which they are applied.