detrition
(noun)
noun
1. erosion by friction
Similar word(s): abrasion, attrition, corrasion
Definition categories: process, eroding, erosion, wearing
2. the wearing down of rock particles by friction due to water or wind or ice
Similar word(s): abrasion, attrition, grinding
Definition categories: phenomenon, friction, rubbing
3. effort expended in moving one object over another with pressure
Similar word(s): friction, rubbing
Definition categories: act, effort, exertion, sweat, travail