Traction alopecia
traction alopecia n.
Loss of hair due to from prolonged pulling on the hair, usually associated with certain hairstyles or a habit of twisting the hair.
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noun 1. (in motor racing cars) a method of preventing wheels from spinning when traction is applied by limiting the amount of power supplied to the wheel
- Traction diverticulum
traction diverticulum n. A diverticulum formed by the pulling force of contracting bands of adhesion and occurring mainly in the esophagus.
- Traction-engine
noun 1. a locomotive operating on surfaces other than tracks and pulling heavy loads, as fallen logs. traction engine noun 1. a steam-powered locomotive used, esp formerly, for drawing heavy loads along roads or over rough ground. It usually has two large rear wheels and a rope drum for haulage purposes
- Traction epiphysis
traction epiphysis n. A secondary center of ossification forming at the attachment site of a tendon.
- Traction load
noun 1. (geology) the solid material that is carried along the bed of a river