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Definition of friction - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
conflictdisagreement or conflict between people
- There was friction between the two leaders.
2.
physicsTECH. force resisting motion between surfacesTECH.
- Friction slows down the sliding box.
Expressions with friction
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create tension or conflict between people
His comments caused friction between the team members.
make something smoother or easier to move
The new lubricant will reduce friction between the gears.
specific place where conflict or disagreement happens
The budget allocation was a major point of friction.
damage to material from rubbing
The rope showed signs of friction burn after heavy use.
match igniting by friction on a rough surface
He lit the candle with a friction match.
strategy of adding difficulty in interactions to increase interest or commitment
Some dating forums promote friction-maxxing as a way to filter serious partners.
tension or conflict within a group that slows work or progress
Internal friction between departments delayed the launch of the new product.
resistance when an object rolls over a surface
Rolling friction affects the speed of a bicycle.
resistance when one surface slides over another
Sliding friction slows down the moving box.
ratio of friction force to normal force
The coefficient of friction for rubber on concrete is high.
welding technique using heat from friction
Friction welding is used in the aerospace industry.
reduction of useful energy or pressure in a system caused by friction
Engineers calculated the friction loss in the long pipeline.
force that stops surfaces from sliding
Adhesive friction keeps the book on the table.
angle where an object starts sliding on a surface
The angle of friction determines when the block will slide.
force resisting sliding motion between surfaces already moving against each other
The brakes must overcome dynamic friction to slow the spinning wheels.
mechanical device controlling the transfer of power in a vehicle
The mechanic adjusted the friction clutch to improve the car's performance..
power system using touching rotating parts where movement passes by surface grip
The old record player used a friction drive to spin the turntable.
system that relies on friction to feed materials
The machine's friction feed system ensures smooth operation.
sound from inflamed layers rubbing in the body
The doctor detected a friction rub during the examination.
adhesive tape for insulating electrical conductors
He wrapped the wires with friction tape.
Origin of friction
Latin, frictio (rubbing)
Terms with friction included in their meaning
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fire
small stick that ignites by friction
injury
skin injury from friction with a carpet
injury
abrasion caused by friction from a rope
sensation
irritated by friction or rubbing
survival
create fire by friction of sticks
amusement
recreational slide with water to reduce friction
wear
to become physically thinner or more worn through use or friction
damage
area damaged by friction or use
mechanical
device supporting moving parts, reducing friction
lubricate
apply lubricant to reduce friction or protect surfaces
physics
electricity caused by friction
friction irritation
redness from beard friction during contact
physical irritation
make sore by rubbing or friction
sounds
sound made by scraping or friction
shaping
shape or polish by friction or abrasion
sound
sharp noise made by friction
friction match
wooden match that lights on granular surfaces
friction
wear away through friction
conflict
to cause friction or slight conflict
sound
high-pitched strident sound from friction
shaving grooming
oil used to soften hair and reduce friction when shaving
process
causing less difficulty or friction
erosion
erode gradually through friction or natural forces
erosion
erode or deteriorate through constant friction
Examples of friction in a sentence
There was friction in their working relationship. The friction caused the wheels to heat up. Without friction, the car would slide uncontrollably.
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- French:friction, frottement, ...
- German:Reibung, ...
- Italian:attrito, ...
- Spanish:fricción, rozamiento, ...
- Portuguese:conflito, fricção, ...
- Chinese:摩擦, 摩擦力, ...
- Japanese:摩擦, ...
- Arabic:خِلاف, اِحْتِكاك, ...
- Hebrew:חִיכּוּךְ, כּוֹחַ חִכּוּךְ, ...
- Russian:разногласие, сила трения, ...
- Ukrainian:незгода, сила тертя, ...
- Hindi:तनाव, घर्षण, ...
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