lubricate
US /ˈluː.brə.keɪt/
UK /ˈluː.brɪ.keɪt/
動詞
1.
潤滑, 上油
to apply a substance such as oil or grease to an engine or component to minimize friction and allow it to move smoothly
範例:
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You need to lubricate the gears of the bicycle regularly.
你需要定期潤滑自行車的齒輪。
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The mechanic advised me to lubricate the car's moving parts.
機械師建議我潤滑汽車的活動部件。
2.
促進, 緩和
to make something easier or smoother to do or achieve
範例:
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Good communication can help to lubricate negotiations.
良好的溝通有助於促進談判。
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A little humor can often lubricate a tense situation.
一點幽默常常能緩和緊張的局面。
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