noun
- a small cup or reservoir that holds oil for lubricating machinery or mechanical parts
Usage: technical; often used in industrial or mechanical contexts
Examples
- The mechanic refilled the oilcup on the engine to ensure proper lubrication.
- Each bearing on the machine has its own oilcup for maintenance.
- The oilcup was designed to drip oil slowly onto the moving parts.
- Regular checks of the oilcup prevent friction and wear on the equipment.