traction

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Contents 1 English 1.1 Pronunciation 1.2 Noun 1.2.1 Derived terms 1.2.2 Translations

[edit] English

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[edit] Pronunciation

• Rhymes: -ækʃən

[edit] Noun

traction (plural tractions)

1. the act of pulling something along a surface using motive power
2. the condition of being so pulled
3. the pulling power of an engine or animal
4. the adhesive friction of a wheel etc on a surface
5. (medicine) a mechanically applied sustained pull, especially to a limb
6. (business) the extent of adoption of a new product or service, typically measured in number of customers or level of revenue achieved

[edit] Derived terms

• traction engine
• tractive

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