machine oil

Keeps gears moving

Machine oil is a lubricant formulated to reduce friction and wear in mechanical equipment.

It keeps moving parts running smoothly, prevents overheating, and protects against rust and corrosion.

Different machines require oils with specific viscosity and additives: The mechanic added machine oil to the lathe before starting the job.

Related
  • lubricantFriction-reducing substance
  • petroleumNatural underground hydrocarbon liquid
  • slickSmooth or craftily adept
  • viscousThick and slow-flowing
  • gearsToothed rotating machine parts

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Categories
Opposites
physical state/form

machine oilgrease

Thick oily lubricant

solid · wax · paste

function/effect on machinery

machine oilabrasive

Rough enough to erode

sand · rust · solvent · corrosive · grit

origin/composition

machine oilwater

Clear essential liquid

vegetable oil · plant sap · natural resin · plant-based oil · crude oil

Family

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Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G