Friction-reducing stuff Crossword Clue

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Friction-reducing stuff Crossword Answer

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(verb)
1. apply a lubricant to
(noun)
1. a substance capable of reducing friction by making surfaces smooth or slippery

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

REDUCING (noun)
1. any process in which electrons are added to an atom or ion (as by removing oxygen or adding hydrogen); always occurs accompanied by oxidation of the reducing agent
2. loss of excess weight (as by dieting); becoming slimmer
FRICTION (noun)
1. a state of conflict between persons
2. effort expended in moving one object over another with pressure

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