friction
/ˈfrɪkʃən/
noun
- The resistance that one surface or object encounters when moving over another.
- The friction between the car's tires and the road helps it stop when you brake.
- Ice reduces friction, making it easy to slip and slide.
- Rubbing your hands together creates friction, which makes them warm.
- Disagreement or conflict between people or groups.
- Sharing a small apartment can cause friction between roommates.
- There was some friction between the two coworkers over who should lead the project.
- Friction between the neighboring countries has been growing for years.
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