stiction

noun

stiction

noun

/ˈstɪk.ʃən/

Etymology Blend of static + friction (see static friction).

1

Natural sciences, Physical sciences, Physics The static friction that needs to be overcome to enable relative motion of stationary objects in contact.

Derived terms
stictional

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