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Frictious

Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective

Meaning

(rare) Of, related to, or caused by friction..

Definitions by Sense

  1. (rare) Of, related to, or caused by friction.
  2. Somewhat abrasive; not completely smooth.

Example Sentences

We take out any shoots that are frictious against each other.
The juxtaposition of big, throaty harmonies to bloody murder on a quiet, hillside playground overlooking a cemetery provides a jolt of frictious hilarity.

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What does frictious mean?

Frictious means (rare) Of, related to, or caused by friction..

What is a synonym for frictious?

Common synonyms include frictional, frictive.

What is the opposite of frictious?

The opposite depends on the specific sense.

How do you use frictious in a sentence?

We take out any shoots that are frictious against each other.

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