Countersurface
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Countersurface is a noun meaning (physics) A surface over which another moves frictionally.
Meaning
(physics) A surface over which another moves frictionally.
Example Sentences
It is likely that this value of µ is dominated by a small number of high-friction asperity contacts between the sliding surfaces, which are far rougher than the mica substrate in our experiments, or by the bridging of the pMPC chains between the acetabular surface and the metal countersurface to which they may adsorb.
Word Forms
- countersurfaces
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include counterslope, surfacing, underfooting, slickenside, rink, overflush.
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