fric·tion (fr k sh n)n. 1. The rubbing of one object or surface against another. 2. Conflict, as between persons having dissimilar ideas or interests; clash. 3. Physics A force that resists the relative motion or tendency to such motion of two bodies or substances in contact. [Latin fricti  , frictin-, from frictus, past participle of fric re, to rub.]fric tion·al adj.fric tion·al·ly adv. |
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| Adj. | 1. | frictional - pertaining to or worked or produced by friction; "frictional electricity"; "frictional heat"; "frictional gearing" |
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