stiction

== English == === Etymology === Blend of static +‎ friction (see static friction). === Pronunciation === IPA(key): /ˈstɪk.ʃən/ Rhymes: -ɪkʃən === Noun === stiction (countable and uncountable, plural stictions) (physics) The static friction that needs to be overcome to enable relative motion of stationary objects in contact. ==== Derived terms ==== ==== Translations ====