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机油
jīyóu
Description
机油是一种给机器用的油，最常见的是汽车发动机里用的油。
"机油" is a type of oil used for machines, most commonly the oil used in car engines.
我们开车前，有时要检查一下机油够不够。
Before driving, we sometimes need to check if the "机油" level is sufficient.
Meanings
机油jīyóu
engine oil; machine oil; lubricating oil
这辆车该换机油了。
This car needs an oil change.
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Notes
- Etymology
机 (machine) + 油 (oil), literally "machine oil."
- Nuance
机油 is lubricating oil, distinct from 汽油 (gasoline/fuel).
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