How does oiling or lubrication help in reducing friction?

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Oiling or lubrication makes the surface of contact in machine parts smoother as oils fill the irregularities on the surface.
More is the smoothness less will be friction.
That's how oiling or lubrication prevents wear and tear of objects by reducing friction.

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