Lubricator
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Lubricator is a noun meaning A device that lubricates, that applies lubricant.
Meaning
A device that lubricates, that applies lubricant.
More Meanings
- A person employed to lubricate.
Example Sentences
The mystery of the dripping lubricators was also explained to him.
Valve and cylinder lubrication is by atomised oil delivered by mechanical lubricators.
The uniformity of the wheel diameters of diesel and electric locomotives and m.u. trains impairs the spreading of grease from one point fed by the lubricator and the growing traffic of m.u. trains and railcars has increased the need for lubrication and for check rails in certain places. The newer types of rail lubricator apply the grease at four or five points spaced so that the entire wheel flange is greased and even distribution ensured; [...].
Word Forms
- lubricators
Synonyms for lubricator
Depending on context, synonyms include lubricant.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include lubricant, applier, greaser, labeler, malaxator, glosser.
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