1. A force or power that counteracts, neutralizes, or eliminates another force or effect
The canceling force of friction opposes the motion of the object.
A força de cancelamento do atrito se opõe ao movimento do objeto.
2. In physics, a force that exactly opposes and nullifies another force, resulting in equilibrium
The canceling force balanced the applied load perfectly.
A força de cancelamento equilibrou perfeitamente a carga aplicada.
3. In figurative use, something that negates or undoes the effect of something else
His apology served as a canceling force to his previous insult.
Seu pedido de desculpas serviu como uma força de cancelamento para seu insulto anterior.