oilers

BrE /ˈɔɪləz/ AmE /ˈɔɪlərz/

noun en → es

1 WORKERS [singular] B2

a person who works as an oiler, maintaining and lubricating machinery in industrial settings.

operario de mantenimiento, encargado de engrasar maquinaria

  • an oiler at a factory

Collocations oiler's job duties · factory oiler

  • The new oiler started working in the factory last week.

    El nuevo operario de mantenimiento comenzó a trabajar en la fábrica la semana pasada.

2 SPORTS [singular] C1

a player in ice hockey who is responsible for maintaining the condition of the playing surface and equipment.

jugador de hockey sobre hielo encargado del mantenimiento del terreno y equipo

  • an oiler on a hockey team

Collocations ice hockey oiler · hockey oiler duties

  • The oiler is crucial for keeping the ice smooth and ensuring players' safety.

    El jugador de mantenimiento es crucial para mantener el hielo liso y garantizar la seguridad de los jugadores.