A wheeled steam engine used to move heavy loads, plough ground or provide power at a chosen location.

plural of traction engine

(medicine, dermatology) A condition where hair loss is caused by chronic pulling of the hair.

plural of traction alopecia

plural of traction motor

(transport) An electric motor used for the propulsion of a vehicle, such as a tram, trolleybus, electric or diesel-electric locomotive or train.

(rail transport) Renewal of traction equipment, in particular traction motors.

plural of traction battery

A rechargeable battery used to power the electric motor(s) of a battery electric vehicle (BEV) or hybrid electric vehicle (HEV).

Not for traction (motive power).