Traction
Pronunciation: /ˈtrækʃən/
Traction (noun)
- the ability of a surface to hold onto something moving over it, like a car tire on a road.
- the amount of support or interest an idea or product gets from people.
- a medical method using a pulling force to treat broken bones or muscle problems.
Examples
- The tires lost traction on the icy road.
- Hiking boots provide good traction on rocky paths.
Common collocations: lose traction, gain traction, provide traction, gain traction, lose traction