1. the quality of being slippery or smooth; slipperiness
Usage: technical
2. the property of reducing friction between surfaces
Usage: engineering; technical

Examples

• The engineer tested the lubricity of various oils to find the best lubricant.
• Ice has natural lubricity that makes it slippery to walk on.
• The lubricity of the metal surface was improved by applying a special coating.
• Scientists measure the lubricity of materials to determine their effectiveness as lubricants.
• The lack of lubricity in the old machinery caused excessive wear.
• Modern synthetic oils provide superior lubricity compared to conventional oils.