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antifriction

[ an-tee-frik-shuh n, an-tahy- ]
/ ˌæn tiˈfrɪk ʃən, ˌæn taɪ- /
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noun

something that prevents or reduces friction; lubricant.

adjective

tending to prevent or reduce friction.

Nearby words

antifogger, antiforeignism, antifouling, antifouling paint, antifreeze, antifriction, antifriction alloy, antifriction bearing, antifriction metal, antifungal, antigalaxy

Origin of antifriction

First recorded in 1830–40; anti- + friction

Related forms

an·ti·fric·tion·al, adjective
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