Protraction and Traction

Protraction

Protraction noun - The act of prolonging something.
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Synonyms for Protraction

Traction and protraction are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Traction" instead a noun "Protraction".

Traction

Traction noun - The friction between a body and the surface on which it moves (as between an automobile tire and the road).
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Synonyms for Traction

Protraction and traction are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Protraction" instead a noun "Traction".

Nearby Words: tractable, tractor, tractive
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