Frictional

adj

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Definitions

Adjective

1
Relating to, or caused by, friction. not-comparable
"The large frictional forces made dragging it impossible."
2
Involving conflict or difficulties figuratively, not-comparable
"frictional relationship"

Adjective

1
pertaining to or worked or produced by friction wordnet

Synonyms

friction frictious frictious frictive frictive rubbing

Example

"The large frictional forces made dragging it impossible."

Etymology

From friction + -al.

Related phrases

frictional blight frictional unemployment

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