attraction
nounfeminine/ɐtɾɐˈsɐ̃w̃/medium
a·tra·ção
Definition
1. Force that tends to draw bodies or particles together. 2. Feeling of interest or desire for someone or something. 3. Show or feature that draws an audience.
Gravitational attraction keeps the planets in orbit.
The new roller coaster is the park's main attraction.
Common collocations
physical attractiontourist attractionfatal attractionforce of attraction
Idiomatic expressions
- fatal attraction (irresistible and dangerous attraction)
Etymology
Do latim attractio, -onis.