tribology

English dictionary entry

Meanings

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

Pronunciation

/tɹaɪˈbɒləd͡ʒi/ /tɹɪˈbɒləd͡ʒi/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-tribology.wav LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-tribology2.wav

Word forms

tribology

Etymology

From tribo- + -logy.

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