Friction

Frick

Definition: Meaning of, friction in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / ˈfrɪkʃ(ə)n /

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friction	frictions

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friction used in phrases

adhesive friction (noun)
1. as between an automobile tire and the road the friction between a body and the surface on which it moves
coefficient of friction (noun)
1. the ratio of the weight of an object being moved along a surface and the force that maintains contact between the object and the surface
cone friction clutch (noun)
1. a friction clutch in which the frictional surfaces are cone-shaped
friction clutch (noun)
1. a clutch in which one part turns the other by the friction between them
friction match (noun)
1. lighter consisting of a thin piece of wood or cardboard tipped with combustible chemical; ignites with friction
friction tape (noun)
1. a water-resistant adhesive tape used to insulate exposed electrical conductors
slip friction clutch (noun)
1. a friction clutch that will slip when the torque is too great
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Pronunciation: bɪɡ ˈɡʌv(ə)nˌm(ə)nt;ˈɡʌvəm(ə)nt

Parts of Speech: noun

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friction clutch