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traction

/'trækʃən/

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noun
the friction between a body and the surface on which it moves (as between an automobile tire and the road)
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Similar:

adhesive friction grip

type of:
friction rubbing
noun
(orthopedics) the act of pulling on a bone or limb (as in a fracture) to relieve pressure or align parts in a special way during healing
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"his leg was in traction for several days"

type of:
pulling pull

Examples of traction

"his leg was in traction for several days"