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Definition of Friction
1. Noun. A state of conflict between persons.
2. Noun. The resistance encountered when one body is moved in contact with another.
Specialized synonyms: Abrasion, Attrition, Detrition, Grinding, Adhesive Friction, Grip, Traction
Generic synonyms: Resistance
Derivative terms: Frictional, Rub
3. Noun. Effort expended in moving one object over another with pressure.
Specialized synonyms: Attrition
Generic synonyms: Effort, Elbow Grease, Exertion, Sweat, Travail
Derivative terms: Frictional, Rub
Definition of Friction
1. n. The act of rubbing the surface of one body against that of another; attrition; in hygiene, the act of rubbing the body with the hand, with flannel, or with a brush etc., to excite the skin to healthy action.
Definition of Friction
1. Noun. The rubbing of one object or surface against another. ¹
2. Noun. Conflict, as between persons having dissimilar ideas or interests; clash. ¹
3. Noun. (context: physics): A force that resists the relative motion or tendency to such motion of two bodies in contact. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Friction
1. the rubbing of one body against another [n -S]
Medical Definition of Friction
1. Surface resistance to the relative motion of one body against the rubbing, sliding, rolling, or flowing of another with which it is in contact. (12 Dec 1998)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Friction
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