Tribology

What do we mean by tribology?

The science of the mechanisms of friction, lubrication, and wear of interacting surfaces that are in relative motion. noun

The study of the effects of friction on parts of machinery moving in contact with each other, and of methods, such as lubrication, to counteract negative effects such as wear. noun

The science and technology of friction, lubrication, and wear. noun

The branch of engineering that deals with the interaction of surfaces in relative motion (as in bearings or gears): their design and friction and wear and lubrication noun

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

The study of how to become a sex god, focusing on friction and lubrication. Urban Dictionary

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