La lubrification
Example: La lubrification régulière des machines évite les pannes coûteuses.
Definition
"La lubrification" refers to the process of applying a substance, usually oil or grease, to reduce friction and wear between surfaces in contact, ensuring smooth operation and preventing damage in machines and mechanical systems.
Etymology
The term "la lubrification" comes from the French verb 'lubrifier,' which itself derives from the Latin 'lubricare,' meaning 'to make slippery.' Did you know? The root 'lubric-' is related to slippery or smooth surfaces, perfectly describing the function of lubrication.
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"La lubrification" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - Engineering - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 159 commonly used words.
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