non-friction

non--fric·tion

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Definitions of non-friction word

noun non-friction surface resistance to relative motion, as of a body sliding or rolling. 1
noun non-friction the rubbing of the surface of one body against that of another. 1
noun non-friction dissension or conflict between persons, nations, etc., because of differing ideas, wishes, etc. 1

before 1575

One of the 34% oldest English words

1575-85; < Latin frictiōn- (stem of frictiō) a rubbing, equivalent to frict(us) (past participle of fricāre) + -iōn- -ion

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 92% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

Most Europeans know this English word. The frequency of it’s usage is somewhere between "mom" and "screwdriver".