tribo-

1. a combining form meaning “friction,” used in the formation of compound words:

   triboelectricity.

tribo-

combining_form

1. indicating friction

   triboelectricity

Word History and Origins

Origin of tribo-¹

Combining form representing Greek trī́bein to rub; -o-

Word History and Origins

Origin of tribo-¹

from Greek tribein to rub

Example Sentences

Then, with a cryptic smile, he said, “casi un tribo”—almost a tribe.

From The Daily Beast

The people of the Tribo district are best suited for that I should think.

From Project Gutenberg