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lubricate

/lubrɪkeɪt/

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1 · verb

to apply oil or grease to reduce friction

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A mechanic will lubricate the bicycle chain before the race.
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比赛前，维修师傅会给自行车链条上油。
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Pronunciation: /lubrɪkeɪt/

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