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fric·tion (frik′s̸hən)
noun
- a rubbing, esp. of one object against another
- disagreement or conflict because of differences of opinion, temperament, etc.
- Mech. the resistance to motion of two moving objects or surfaces that touch
Etymology: Fr < L frictio < pp. of fricare, to rub: see friable
Related Forms:
- frictionless fric′·tion·less adjective
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