friction
/ˈfɹɪkʃən̩/ · noun
Meaning
- The rubbing of one object or surface against another.
- A force that resists the relative motion or tendency to such motion of two bodies in contact.
- Massage of the body to restore circulation.
- Conflict, as between persons having dissimilar ideas or interests; clash.
- (Second Sino-Japanese War) Conflict, as between the Communists and non-Hanjian Kuomintang forces.
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