Noisy no more, maybe (5)

I believe the answer is:

oiled

(Other definitions for oiled that I've seen before include "protected from rust?" , "Lubricated (with drink?)" , "get drunk" , "Anointed" , "tipsy" .)

I've seen this clue in the Newsday.

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