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antifriction

[ an-tee-frik-shuhn, an-tahy- ]

noun

  1. something that prevents or reduces friction; lubricant.

adjective

  1. tending to prevent or reduce friction.

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Other Words From

  • anti·friction·al adjective

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Word History and Origins

Origin of antifriction1

First recorded in 1830–40; anti- + friction

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Example Sentences

Antifriction, an-ti-frik′shun, n. anything which prevents friction.

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