antifriction

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

noun

1. something that prevents or reduces friction; lubricant.

adjective

1. tending to prevent or reduce friction.

Other Word Forms

• antifrictional adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of antifriction¹

First recorded in 1830–40; anti- + friction

Example Sentences

It is proper performance wear built with moisture-wicking, antifriction, windproof and water-resistant properties.

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Unlike the snowboarders, whose corduroy pants might make the “vtttt, vtttt” noise as they walk, the speedskaters have antifriction fabric between their thighs.

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Anything to prevent the effects of friction, esp. a compound lubricant for machinery, etc., often consisting of plumbago, with some greasy material; antifriction grease.

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

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He met with willing assistance, but a refusal on principle to have anything to do with a patent, which Christison laughingly suggested, might be called “Simpson’s incomparable antifriction lubricant!”

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