"friction" as noun
1 - The rubbing of one object or surface against another.
2 - A force that resists the relative motion or tendency to such motion of two bodies in contact.
3 - Massage of the body to restore circulation.
friction
/ˈfɹɪkʃən̩/
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Friction is a force that resists the relative motion of solid surfaces, fluid layers, and material elements sliding against each other. It is a contact force that acts in the direction of the normal to the surface of contact.
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Synonyms
1 - friction
2 - resistance
3 - opposition
4 - conflict
5 - clash
6 - dispute
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Antonyms
1 - slipperiness
2 - smoothness
3 - harmony
4 - cooperation
5 - ease
6 - fluidity
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1 - To foster collaboration, we need to smooth out the existing friction first.
1 - Para fomentar la colaboración, primero necesitamos eliminar la fricción existente.
2 - A plain bearing offers smooth motion in applications requiring little friction .
2 - Un cojinete liso ofrece un movimiento suave en aplicaciones que requieren poca fricción .
3 - Minimizing sliding friction was essential for the success of the racing car.
3 - Minimizar el rozamiento era esencial para el éxito del coche de carreras.
4 - During tests, we measure the coefficient of friction on various materials.
4 - Durante las pruebas, medimos el coeficiente de rozamiento en varios materiales.
5 - Its purpose is to avoid friction between the lungs and ribs.
5 - Su finalidad es evitar el roce entre los pulmones y las costillas.
6 - I was the oldest, so all the friction rolled downhill.
6 - Yo era la mayor así que todo el roce iba hacia abajo.
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