noun

friction

FRIHK-shuhn

noun

The resistance created when one surface rubs against another.

"Oil reduces friction between the moving parts of the engine."

Disagreement or tension between people with different views.

"There was noticeable friction between the two departments over budget cuts."

How to Use Friction

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishRubbing resistance between surfaces, or, figuratively, tension between people.

Common pairings

reduce friction friction between cause friction

frictions plural

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Oil reduces _____ between the moving parts of the engine.

From Latin frictio, "a rubbing," from fricare, "to rub."

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