antifriction

 [an-tee-frik-shuhn, an-tahy-]  

an·ti·fric·tion

   [an-tee-frik-shuhn, an-tahy-]
noun
1.
something that prevents or reduces friction; lubricant.
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adjective
2.
tending to prevent or reduce friction.

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Antifriction is always a great word to know.
So is callithumpian. Does it mean:
a children's mummer's parade, as on the Fourth of July, with prizes for the best costumes.
a stew of meat, vegetables, potatoes, etc.
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Origin:
1830–40; anti- + friction

Related forms
an·ti·fric·tion·al, adjective
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