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antiwear

antiwear

6.5
A substance that reduces wear on machine parts
  • noun
  • /ˌæntiˈwɛr/
  • Specialized
translation icon : aditivo antidesgaste
  • The engineer recommended using an antiwear additive to protect the engine's moving parts.
  • antiwear additive

Examples

  • Some modern motor oils contain antiwear agents to minimize friction and damage.

  • The engine oil contains a high level of antiwear additives.

  • Regular maintenance with antiwear products can extend the lifespan of industrial machinery.

  • Using antiwear agents can significantly prolong the life of machinery.

  • To ensure optimal performance, it is crucial to use antiwear additives in your engine oil.

  • The technician explained that antiwear agents can significantly extend the life of machinery.

  • Many high-performance oils contain antiwear components to protect vital engine parts.

Synonyms

lubricator
vsantiwear
  • Specialized
6.1

A liquid or grease that makes parts move more smoothly

targets wear on machine parts rather than only lowering friction
antifriction
vsantiwear
  • Specialized
6.0

A material or part that reduces rubbing between moving parts

focuses on preventing wear on machine parts rather than only lowering friction

How Protective

antiwear
  • Specialized
6.5
lubricant
  • Specialized
33 3.7
oil
∞ 1.0

Surface Forms

antiwear singular
antiwears plural

Morphology

antiwear = wear (transparent) = anti + wear

The noun names a substance that works against wear, so the component meaning remains directly recoverable.

Etymology

The word antiwear combines anti- 'against' and wear 'damage from use', and as a noun it names a substance added to oil that fights wear, so an antiwear additive helps protect moving parts from friction.