Lube
(noun)
A substance used to reduce friction, heat, and wear in machinery or other equipment.
Origin:
Short form of lubricant.
Examples:
- He added lube to the gears to reduce friction.
- The mechanic recommended using the right type of lube for the engine.
- The lube helped the gears to run more smoothly.
- The lube helped to reduce the wear and tear on the machinery.
- The lube was applied to the moving parts of the machine.