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Definition of frictional

frictional

/ˈfrɪk.ʃən.əl/
fric · tion · al
Adverb:frictionally
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frictional Lexical Profile

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• adjective

1

Relating to, caused by, or involving the physical resistance encountered when one surface or object moves over another.

Example

"Engineers lubricated the gears to reduce frictional heat and prevent premature wear."

2

In economics, relating to the temporary period of transition or search when workers are moving between jobs or matching with new employers.

Example

"A healthy economy always experiences a small amount of frictional unemployment as graduates enter the workforce."

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• Rhymes for frictional

• Nearby Words

fricassee
fricking
friction
frictional
frictionless
frictionlessly
fridge

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Frictional. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/frictional
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