Definitions

1. noun

the act or process of pulling or drawing something along a surface by means of friction, especially a vehicle’s wheels on a road or a machine’s mechanism on a surface.

“The car’s traction was compromised by the slippery road conditions.”

2. noun

the act or power of attracting or drawing people to something.

“The store’s sales figures were boosted by its attractive traction with young adults.”

3. noun

the ability of a vehicle to grip and move on a surface, especially in slippery or uneven conditions.

“The off-road vehicle’s four-wheel drive system improved its traction on the muddy terrain.”

4. noun

a device or mechanism used to provide traction, especially for a machine or a vehicle.

“The traction mechanism on the excavator’s track allowed it to move smoothly over rough ground.”

5. verb

to pull or draw something along a surface by means of friction.

“The boat was able to traction itself out of the shallow water and back into the deeper part of the lake.”

6. verb

to gain or attract a large following or audience, especially for a product, idea, or movement.

“The new social media platform was able to traction a large user base within a few months of its launch.”