Oil Change

B1 16+

Pronunciation: /ɔɪl tʃeɪndʒ/

Definitions of oil change

noun a service in which the oil in a vehicle's engine is replaced with new oil

Example Sentences

A1 I need an oil change for my car.

A2 Getting an oil change regularly is important for vehicle maintenance.

B1 The mechanic recommended an oil change every 5,000 miles.

B2 I scheduled an oil change appointment for next week.

C1 The oil change service includes a filter replacement.

C2 After the oil change, the car's engine ran smoother and more efficiently.

Examples of oil change in a Sentence

formal It is recommended to schedule regular maintenance appointments, including an oil change, to ensure the longevity of your vehicle.

informal Don't forget to get an oil change for your car soon!

slang Time for a quick oil change before hitting the road.

figurative Just like how our bodies need regular check-ups, cars also need an oil change to keep running smoothly.

Grammatical Forms of oil change

plural

oil changes

comparative

more oil change

superlative

most oil change

present tense

oil change

future tense

will change oil

perfect tense

has changed oil

continuous tense

is changing oil

singular

oil change

positive degree

oil change

infinitive

to change oil

gerund

changing oil

participle

changed oil

Origin and Evolution of oil change

First Known Use: 1920 year
Language of Origin: English
Story behind the word: The term 'oil change' originated with the invention of the internal combustion engine, which required regular maintenance of changing the oil to keep the engine running smoothly.
Evolution of the word: Originally used specifically in the context of automotive maintenance, the term 'oil change' has since evolved to also refer to the act of replacing or replenishing oil in various machinery and equipment.