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antifriction

American  
[an-tee-frik-shuhn, an-tahy-] / ˌæn tiˈfrɪk ʃən, ˌæn taɪ- /

noun

  1. something that prevents or reduces friction; lubricant.


adjective

  1. tending to prevent or reduce friction.

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Etymology

Origin of antifriction

First recorded in 1830–40; anti- + friction


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

From New York Times ● Apr. 21, 2022

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

From New York Times ● Feb. 7, 2014

The big lead wheel, with the bearings of antifriction metal, was spinning around swiftly and noiselessly.

From Dick Hamilton's Airship, or, a Young Millionaire in the Clouds by Howard Roger Garis

The Wheeler & Wilson Company appear to be the first who utilized the engineer's shifting box as an antifriction device for round needle bars.

From Scientific American Supplement, No. 598, June 18, 1887 by Various

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

From Webster's Unabridged Dictionary by Noah Webster

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