tribology

tri·bol·o·gy  (tr-bl-j, trb-)

n.

The science of the mechanisms of friction, lubrication, and wear of interacting surfaces that are in relative motion.

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[Greek tribos, a rubbing; see triboelectricity + -logy.]

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tribo·logi·cal (trb-lj-kl, trb-) adj.

tri·bolo·gist n.

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tribology

the science and technology of friction, lubrication, and wear.

See also: Physics

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Noun

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tribology - the branch of engineering that deals with the interaction of surfaces in relative motion (as in bearings or gears): their design and friction and wear and lubrication mechanical engineering - the branch of engineering that deals with the design and construction and operation of machinery