Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

sticktion

Word Rarity Very rare

Frequency: Zipf frequency 0.00 in modern English

Syllables: stick-tion
IPA

15

Scrabble Score

9

Letters

2

Syllables

7

Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

the temporary adhesion between a tribometer and a test surface that causes unrealistically high slip resistance readings

Uncountable

Etymology

Blend of stick + friction.

Usage

Uncountable

Questions

What does sticktion mean?: the temporary adhesion between a tribometer and a test surface that causes unrealistically high slip resistance readings
Where does sticktion come from?: Blend of stick + friction.

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