膏
to lubricate; to trim a pen
Meanings
2 senses · 10 examplesverb
to lubricate; to apply oil
Specifically refers to applying oil to mechanical parts to reduce friction.
The door hinge is too dry; you need to apply a little oil.
Apply some oil to the axle, and the machine will run much more lightly.
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He is lubricating the bicycle chain.
In ancient times, before marching, soldiers had to grease the cart and feed the horses.
If you don't lubricate it often, the bearing will wear out easily.
verb
to trim a pen; to dip a brush in ink
literaryRefers to the action of preparing a calligraphy brush by dipping it in ink and smoothing it on the inkstone.
He picked up the brush and smoothed the ink on the edge of the inkstone.
Before writing large characters, one must first prepare the brush.
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The child imitated the adults and dipped the brush in the inkstone.
After soaking up the ink, the brush needs to be smoothed out on the inkstone.
He skillfully prepared his brush, then began to write.