friction
n
1 [U]
(a) rubbing of one surface or thing against another 摩擦
Friction between two sticks can create a fire. 两个棍棒相互摩擦能起火.
(b) resistance of one surface to another surface or substance that moves over it 摩擦力
The force of friction affects the speed at which spacecraft can re-enter the earth's atmosphere. 摩擦力能影响航天器返回地球大气层的速度.
2 [U, C] disagreement or conflict between people or parties with different views 人或党派之间不同观点的矛盾或冲突
There is a great deal of friction between the management and the work force. 劳资双方之间存在大量矛盾.
conflicts and frictions that have still to be resolved 仍须解决的冲突和摩擦.
We will take the Endeavour. It is a good, strong ship, though not very fast. There will be a lot of room below for stores.
我们用“奋力号”。它虽然速度不算快,但却是一只完好、结实的船。船体下面有很多地方还可以放储存品。
There is no need to say anything to the other worker.
你没有必要跟那个工友说什么。
At the time of his death, one person praised him as follows: Future generations, it may be, will hardly believe that such a person as this walked upon this earth.