油あぶらをさす

expression, godan verb (-su)

to oil; to lubricate

Used for applying oil to mechanical parts such as chains, hinges, or machinery to reduce friction. The expression is literal and concrete.

See also: 油を引く

• 自じ転てん車しゃのチェーンに油あぶらをさした。

  I oiled the bicycle chain.

• ドアの蝶ちょう番つがいがきしむので油あぶらをさしてください。

  The door hinges are squeaking, so please oil them.