noun
- Small holes or openings in machinery or mechanical parts through which oil is applied for lubrication.
Usage: Usually plural; technical/mechanical term
Examples
- The engineer checked the oilholes in the engine block to ensure proper lubrication.
- Make sure to clean the oilholes before reassembling the gearbox.
- The bearing's oilholes were clogged with debris.
- Regular maintenance includes inspecting the oilholes for blockages.
- The machine manual specified the exact location of each oilhole for servicing.