ALL meanings of attritional
at·tri·tion
A a - noun attritional Of or pertaining to attrition. 1
- noun attritional a reduction or decrease in numbers, size, or strength: Our club has had a high rate of attrition because so many members have moved away. 1
- noun attritional a wearing down or weakening of resistance, especially as a result of continuous pressure or harassment: The enemy surrounded the town and conducted a war of attrition. 1
- noun attritional a gradual reduction in work force without firing of personnel, as when workers resign or retire and are not replaced. 1
- noun attritional the act of rubbing against something; friction. 1
- noun attritional a wearing down or away by friction; abrasion. 1
- noun attritional Theology. imperfect contrition. See under contrition (def 2). 1