Oil

usgb/ɔɪl/
noun

A smooth thick liquid produced from plants, animals, or minerals that is used in cooking and for other things such as making machines work smoothly.

I need to buy some cooking oil.
Visual representation of "oil" - A smooth thick liquid produced from plants, animals, or minerals that is used in cooking and for other things such as making machines work smoothly

Often appears as...

  • cooking oil
  • motor oil
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Not Just Cooking

Beyond the kitchen, 'oil' in other contexts refers to lubrication or maintenance tasks.

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He bought oil for his squeaky door hinges.
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Texture Descriptor

'Oil' often describes the smooth, slippery quality of food or substances.

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The oil made the salad dressing silky.
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