tribology

English

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Etymology

From tribo- +‎ -logy.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /tɹaɪˈbɒləd͡ʒi/, /tɹɪˈbɒləd͡ʒi/
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Noun

tribology (uncountable)

  1. (physics, engineering) The science and engineering of interacting surfaces in relative motion; the study and application of technology using the principles of friction, lubrication and wear.

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