Oil

Synonyms of oil

• petroleum
• grease
• lubricant

Antonyms of oil

• dry
• dehydrate
• remove oil

Collocations of oil

olive oil

Frequency: 90 %

She drizzled olive oil over the salad.

essential oil

Frequency: 80 %

She used lavender essential oil for relaxation.

cooking oil

Frequency: 75 %

The recipe called for vegetable cooking oil.

crude oil

Frequency: 70 %

The country exported large quantities of crude oil.

motor oil

Frequency: 60 %

He needed to change the motor oil in his car.

Idiomatic Expressions for oil

• Phrase: oil the squeaky wheel
  Meaning: to give attention or help to the person who complains or demands the most
  Usage: The manager always oils the squeaky wheel to avoid further complaints.