oiler

/'ɔilə/
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oiler

A worker uses an oiler to lubricate the gears of a large machine.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A cargo ship designed to carry crude oil in bulk: A vessel specifically constructed for the transportation of large quantities of unrefined petroleum.
    • A well that yields or has yielded oil: A hole drilled into the earth from which petroleum is or was extracted.
    • A worker who oils engines or machinery: A person whose job is to apply lubricating oil to mechanical parts to ensure smooth operation.
Examples
  • Noun:
    • The massive oiler transported crude from the Middle East to refineries in Europe.
    • The old oiler in the Texas field had been producing for decades before it ran dry.
    • The factory employed an oiler to maintain all the heavy machinery.
Advanced Usage
  • "A lucky oiler": Can informally refer to a productive oil well.
    • The company struck a lucky oiler that funded their operations for years.
Variants and Related Words
  • Oil (n/v): The viscous liquid; to apply this liquid.
  • Oily (adj): Covered with or resembling oil.
  • Oilcan (n): A container with a spout used for applying oil.
  • Oilskin (n): A heavy cloth treated with oil to make it waterproof.
Synonyms
  • Tanker (for the ship).
  • Gusher (for a productive oil well).
  • Greaser, Lubricator (for the worker).
Related Phrases
  • To hit an oiler: (Informal) To discover a productive oil well.
    • The drilling team hoped to hit an oiler on their new lease.
oiler

A worker uses an oiler to lubricate the gears of a large machine.

Noun
  1. a cargo ship designed to carry crude oil in bulk
  2. a well that yields or has yielded oil
  3. a worker who oils engines or machinery

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