oil

Definition

  • noun: a thick, black liquid that comes from the ground and that is used in making various products (such as gasoline)
  • noun: any of numerous unctuous combustible substances that are liquid or can be liquefied easily on warming, are soluble in ether but not in water, and leave a greasy stain on paper or cloth
  • verb: to put oil in or on (something)
  • verb: to smear, rub over, furnish, or lubricate with oil
  • often used before another noun
  • synonyms: barbados tar

Examples

  • I asked the mechanic to check the 'oil'. [=to make sure that there was enough oil to make the car engine run smoothly]

  • The dressing is made with 'oil', vinegar, and a pinch of herbs.

  • He works mostly 'in oils'. [=he mostly uses oil paints]

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) then he will getjob? Is there anybody else who is thinking the same question? I will pray you whole life but just take virus from this world fry him in hot oil shut up every year you take photo with virus i think we will move outside from photo this year do you know whats your passion? (..)
    2009 3 Idiots