oiled
/ɔɪld/
verb
- Past tense and past participle of 'oil': applied oil to something.
- They oiled the wooden deck to protect it from rain.
- She oiled her bicycle chain before the long ride.
- He oiled the squeaky door hinge yesterday.
adjective
- Covered or treated with oil.
- The oiled wooden floor gleamed under the light.
- The mechanic's hands were oiled from working on the car.
- She used an oiled cloth to polish the furniture.
- Smooth and efficient in operation, often referring to a well-maintained machine or system.
- With regular maintenance, the engine stayed oiled and quiet.
- The team worked like a well-oiled machine during the project.
- The oiled gears of the clock turned without a sound.
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