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atrito — meaning in English

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English meaning

attrition noun A gradual wearing down or reduction, especially of staff or resources over time rather than through direct cuts.
friction noun The resistance created when one surface rubs against another.

Senses

atrito is used for these senses in English:

attrition Grinding down or wearing away by friction.
friction The rubbing of one object or surface against another.

attrition — full definition

noun A gradual wearing down or reduction, especially of staff or resources over time rather than through direct cuts.
noun The physical wearing away of a surface by friction or grinding.

friction — full definition

noun The resistance created when one surface rubs against another.
noun Disagreement or tension between people with different views.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Related Portuguese words

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