oiling
/ˈɔɪlɪŋ/ · oil·ing
verb
- to apply oil to something, especially to lubricate or protect it She oiled the squeaky door hinges to make them run smoothly.
verb
- to make something more fluent or effective The new policy will oil the wheels of the economy.
noun
- the act of applying oil to something The oiling of the machinery was a crucial step in the manufacturing process.
Did you know? The phrase 'oiling the wheels' is a common idiom that originated in the 16th century, referring to the act of making something run smoothly by applying oil or lubricant.