friction | ||
1. | [ noun ] a state of conflict between persons | |
Synonyms: | clash | |
Related terms: | conflict clash | |
2. | [ noun ] (physics) the resistance encountered when one body is moved in contact with another | |
Synonyms: | rubbing | |
Related terms: | resistance grinding grip rub | |
3. | [ noun ] effort expended in rubbing one object against another | |
Synonyms: | rubbing detrition | |
Related terms: | effort attrition rub | |
Similar spelling: |
frictional fraction fractional fractionate frosting Frostian Fructidor fractious frostiness freight fractiously fructify Fruchter frostily |