antiseize

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A form of anti-seize — A compound used on threads, bolts, gaskets and other mechanical joints to prevent seizing and galling, to improve installation, removal and disassembly, and to prevent corrosion.

Scrabble 18

Meanings

nounantiseize (countable and uncountable, plural antiseizes)

plural antiseizes

  1. alternativecountableuncountableAlternative form of anti-seize.

    Without adding antiseize, these plugs can seize or bind to the head.

    2019, Nicholas Goodnight, Kirk VanGelder, Automotive Engine Performance, →ISBN, page 430
    2 more examples

    Likewise, use antiseize on cover screw threads, objective cap threads, and the objective adapter threads (where appropriate).

    1989, Fred A. Carson, Opticalman 3 & 2, page 10-40

    Learn working with shackles and how to use them. Use antiseize on every threaded thing you put your hands on.

    2010, Capt. Wayne Raybourn, Stormy Seas, →ISBN, page 64
adjectiveantiseize (not comparable)
  1. alternativenot comparableAlternative form of anti-seize.

    They possess good antiseize properties.

    1971, S. Ramachandra Rao, Xanthates and related compounds, page 484
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    Molybdenum disulfide is another common additive that improves the antiseize properties of wheel-bearing grease.

    2003, Jack Erjavec, Automotive Brakes, →ISBN, page 44

    In some cases, the EP property results from a surface-active additive that imparts antiwear or antiseize properties beyond the capabilities of the usual fluid, thickener, or other finely dispersed lubricating solids in the grease.

    2004, Roger F. Haycock, Arthur J. Caines, John E. Hillier, Automotive Lubricants Reference Book, →ISBN, page 677

Origin

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APA

antiseize. (n.d.). In WatkinsX Dictionary. Retrieved November 3, 2026, from https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/antiseize

MLA

“antiseize.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/antiseize. Accessed November 3, 2026.

Chicago

WatkinsX Dictionary, s.v. “antiseize,” accessed November 3, 2026, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/antiseize.

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