traction

language: en

definitions

  1. noun
    the action or process of pulling or being pulled; grip or friction between surfaces
    en: the action or process of pulling or being pulled; grip or friction between surfaces
  2. noun
    the ability to move or be moved; the force exerted by a locomotive
    en: the ability to move or be moved; the force exerted by a locomotive

examples

  1. The car lost traction on the ice.

    The car lost traction on the ice.

  2. The train has excellent traction.

    The train has excellent traction.