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Vocabulary Entry
oilcan
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A container with a spout used for holding and pouring oil.
Example Sentences
"He filled the oilcan before starting the engine."
"She noticed the oilcan was rusty but still functional."
"The mechanic grabbed an oilcan from the shelf."
V
verb
To use an oilcan to apply oil to a mechanism.
Example Sentences
"Make sure to oilcan the hinges to keep them from squeaking."
"He carefully oilcanned the motorcycle chains."
"Before the race, they oilcanned all the necessary parts of the car."