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   lubrication

   /ˌluːbrɪˈkeɪʃn/

   noun

   • 1. the action of applying a substance such as oil or grease to an engine or component so as to minimize friction and allow smooth movement: "instruments with moving parts may require lubrication"
   • ▪ the action of making a process run smoothly: "banks provide the necessary financial lubrication for any economy to grow"
   • ▪ the process of making people convivial through drinking alcohol: "a good time to talk with some beer for social lubrication"

   Scrabble Points: 15

   • L

     1

   • U

     1

   • B

     3

   • R

     1

   • I

     1

   • C

     3

   • A

     1

   • T

     1

   • I

     1

   • O

     1

   • N

     1

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