Lubricate Crossword Clue

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OILUP

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GREASE

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(noun)
1. oil paint containing pigment that is used by an artist
2. a dark oil consisting mainly of hydrocarbons
(verb)
1. administer an oil or ointment to; often in a religious ceremony of blessing
2. cover with oil, as if by rubbing

Hint 2: Clue Definition

LUBRICATE (verb)
1. apply a lubricant to
2. have lubricating properties

Hint 3: Other Answers Used in the Past

OILUP
(5 letters)
GREASE
(6 letters)

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