English dictionary
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English noun: friction | |||
| 1. | friction (state) a state of conflict between persons | ||
| Synonyms | clash | ||
| Broader (hypernym) | conflict | ||
| 2. | friction (phenomenon) the resistance encountered when one body is moved in contact with another | ||
| Synonyms | rubbing | ||
| Broader (hypernym) | resistance | ||
| Narrower (hyponym) | abrasion, adhesive friction, attrition, detrition, grinding, grip, traction | ||
| 3. | friction (act) effort expended in moving one object over another with pressure | ||
| Synonyms | detrition, rubbing | ||
| Broader (hypernym) | effort, elbow grease, exertion, sweat, travail | ||
| Narrower (hyponym) | attrition | ||
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