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DictionarytractionPulling force
noun

traction

A pulling force used to draw something into position.

The device applies traction to draw the structure into position.

Etymology
tractLatinto pull
+ionEnglishact or process

The Latin verb means pulling. Traction directly names the applied pulling force, including medical force used to align a body part.

More examples

  • The clinician discussed traction.
  • The model demonstrated traction.
  • A controlled force provided traction.

Forms

traction

Similar words

pull
The ordinary general term.
tension
Force in a stretched material rather than the act of drawing something.