traction
/ˈtɹæk.ʃən/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: tractions · tractioning · tractioned
Sense 1
Meaning · English
The act of pulling something along a surface using motive power.
Noun
Examples
Horse traction was used for all but 23 years of the tramway's life.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
The condition of being so pulled.
Noun
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
Meaning · English
To apply a sustained pull to (a limb, etc.).
Verb
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “traction” mean?
The act of pulling something along a surface using motive power.
Is “traction” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.