adjective
- having the quality of reducing friction; serving to lubricate
Usage: technical; formal
Examples
- The lubricative properties of the oil helped the machine run smoothly.
- Engineers tested various lubricative substances for the new engine design.
- The lubricative coating prevented metal parts from grinding against each other.
- Medical devices often require lubricative materials to function properly.
- The lubricative gel reduced friction between the moving components.