Английский разговорный словарь (основной) - inertia

ɪˈnə:ʃjə n. 1 Physics a property of matter by which it continues in its existing state of rest or uniform motion in a straight line, unless that state is changed by an external force. 2 inertness, sloth. øinertia reel a reel device which allows a vehicle seat belt to unwind freely but which locks under force of impact or rapid deceleration. inertia selling the sending of unsolicited goods in the hope of making a sale. øøinertial adj. inertialess adj. [L (as INERT)]