Friction - definition, pronunciation, transcription
Amer.
|ˈfrɪkʃn|
Brit.
|ˈfrɪkʃ(ə)n|
noun
- a state of conflict between persons (syn: clash)
- the resistance encountered when one body is moved in contact with another (syn: rubbing)
- effort expended in moving one object over another with pressure (syn: detrition, rubbing)
- the resistance encountered when one body is moved in contact with another (syn: rubbing)
- effort expended in moving one object over another with pressure (syn: detrition, rubbing)
Extra examples
Oil in a car engine reduces friction.
It was difficult to reach an agreement because of the friction between the two sides.
There has been some friction between the union and management.
Having my mother living with us causes friction at home.
His independent attitude was a constant source of friction with his boss.
Putting oil on both surfaces reduces friction.
Check your rope frequently, as friction against the rock can wear it away.
Friction is common when three generations live together.
The friction frayed the sleeve
Word forms
noun
singular: friction
plural: frictions
singular: friction
plural: frictions
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