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tribo-

  1. a combining form meaning “friction,” used in the formation of compound words:

    triboelectricity.

tribo-

combining_form

  1. indicating friction

    triboelectricity

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Word History and Origins

Origin of tribo-1

Combining form representing Greek trī́bein to rub; -o-

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Word History and Origins

Origin of tribo-1

from Greek tribein to rub

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Example Sentences

Then, with a cryptic smile, he said, “casi un tribo”—almost a tribe.

The people of the Tribo district are best suited for that I should think.

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