- present participle of oil.
oiling
Example Sentences
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I learned that oiling the blade prevents humidity from tarnishing the steel.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 23, 2025
She did menial tasks like washing and oiling their hair and kept them close to her, emotionally and physically.
From BBC ● Sep. 16, 2024
Once cooled, take it out, preheat the oven again to 450 and repeat the oiling and baking process three to four more times.
From Salon ● Mar. 31, 2023
That includes the subset of donors and influential alumni so important to oiling a successful athletic program.
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 9, 2021
As she watched Jason work, she admired how easily he did each task, whether it was fixing a door or oiling saddles.
From "The Mark of Athena" by Rick Riordan
