lube

noun

ˈlüb How to pronounce lube (audio)
1
: lubricant
2
: an application of a lubricant : lubrication

Examples of lube in a Sentence

He took his car to the garage for a lube and oil change.
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Ren told us about a nightmare hookup, where this guy had an allergic reaction to the lube and ended up in the hospital. — Bryan Washington, The New Yorker, 23 Mar. 2025 Below, find our picks for best lube for sensitive skin, best lube for masturbation, and many more. — Malia Griggs, Glamour, 14 Mar. 2025 To use the nipple sucker, place a little lube on the side of the bulb, press it on the nipple, and release. — Malia Griggs, Glamour, 24 Feb. 2025 There are some basic fingering tips that can make the process more enjoyable for everyone, from washing your hands, to having a conversation about what your partner likes beforehand, to using plenty of lube. — Quispe López, Them, 14 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for lube

Word History

Etymology

short for lubricant or lubrication

First Known Use

1926, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of lube was in 1926

Rhymes for lube

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“Lube.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lube. Accessed 31 Mar. 2025.

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