frictional

adjective

fric·​tion·​al ˈfrik-sh(ə-)nəl 

1

: of or relating to friction

2

: moved or produced by friction

frictionally adverb

Examples of frictional in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Because space and defense qualification cycles require multiple years of exhaustive safety and performance certifications, switching to a cheaper competitor is highly frictional for a prime contractor. — Harvey Stober, CNBC, 2 Oct. 2026

Stone washing requires pumice stones, frictional abrasion and industrial washing machines to beat up and break down denim to a more desirable soft and vintage effect. — Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 31 July 2026

Europe occupies an increasingly frictional position. — Yu Jie, Time, 13 May 2026

There’s a special, frictional magic to creative teamwork — Laurel and Hardy, Nichols and May, Powell and Pressburger, Rankin and Bass — amplified when the teammates are linked by blood. — Television Critic, Los Angeles Times, 14 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1850, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for frictional

• fictional
• jurisdictional