noun
- plural of lube; lubricants or lubricating substances
Usage: informal
verb
- third person singular present of lube; applies lubricant to something
Usage: informal
Examples
- The mechanic keeps various lubes on the workbench.
- Different types of lubes are needed for different machinery.
- He lubes the chain on his bicycle every month.
- The technician lubes all the moving parts during maintenance.
- Quality lubes help prevent engine wear.
- She always lubes the hinges to stop them from squeaking.