friction — the resistance that one surface or object encounters when moving over another
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the resistance that one surface or object encounters when moving over another
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈfrɪkʃən/
Example Sentences
- My socks create so much friction that I can generate static electricity and shock my cat.
- The friction between my desire to sleep and my alarm clock is causing serious relationship issues.
- Engineers use lubricants to minimize friction in machinery.
friction
NOUN[/ˈfrɪkʃən/]
the resistance that one surface or object encounters when moving over another
The mechanic shows how friction between the rusty gears slows the entire machine down.
Burning with friction, addicted to fiction!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'frictio' meaning the act of rubbing, derived from 'fricare' meaning to rub or chafe. The word entered English through Old French and has been used since the 16th century to describe resistance caused by surfaces rubbing together.
Breakdown
fric- (rub, from Latin fricare) + -tion (noun suffix denoting action or process) = friction
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My socks create so much friction that I can generate static electricity and shock my cat.”
“The friction between my desire to sleep and my alarm clock is causing serious relationship issues.”
“Engineers use lubricants to minimize friction in machinery.”
“The friction in their marriage began when he started leaving dirty dishes everywhere.”
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