oil (Meaning)
oil (n)
a slippery or viscous liquid or liquefiable substance not miscible with water
oil paint containing pigment that is used by an artist
a dark oil consisting mainly of hydrocarbons
any of a group of liquid edible fats that are obtained from plants
oil (v)
cover with oil, as if by rubbing
administer an oil or ointment to; often in a religious ceremony of blessing
oil (n.)
Any one of a great variety of unctuous combustible substances, not miscible with water; as, olive oil, whale oil, rock oil, etc. They are of animal, vegetable, or mineral origin and of varied composition, and they are variously used for food, for solvents, for anointing, lubrication, illumination, etc. By extension, any substance of an oily consistency; as, oil of vitriol.
oil (v. t.)
To smear or rub over with oil; to lubricate with oil; to anoint with oil.
Synonyms & Antonyms of oil
oil Sentence Examples
- I need to refill the oil in my car's engine.
- The olive oil adds a rich flavor to the salad dressing.
- A thin layer of oil prevents rust on metal surfaces.
- The oil spill caused widespread environmental damage.
- Essential oils are used in aromatherapy for their therapeutic benefits.
- The skin absorbs oil easily, making it a great way to moisturize.
- Boats use diesel oil to fuel their engines.
- The oil industry plays a significant role in the global economy.
- Some plants produce oil-rich seeds, such as sunflowers and flax.
- Many households use oil heaters to stay warm during the winter.
FAQs About the word oil
a slippery or viscous liquid or liquefiable substance not miscible with water, oil paint containing pigment that is used by an artist, a dark oil consisting mai
painting, canvas, mural, oil painting, fresco, panorama, watercolor,canvass, masterpiece, gouache
dry, rough,rough, dry, roughen, dehydrate, coarsen, sear, dehydrate, sear
I need to refill the oil in my car's engine.
The olive oil adds a rich flavor to the salad dressing.
A thin layer of oil prevents rust on metal surfaces.
The oil spill caused widespread environmental damage.
