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Definitions for Torque

[1] Mechanics . something that produces or tends to produce torsion or rotation; the moment of a force or system of forces tending to cause rotation.
[2] Machinery . the measured ability of a rotating element, as of a gear or shaft, to overcome turning resistance.
[3] Optics . the rotational effect on plane-polarized light passing through certain liquids or crystals.
[4] Also torc. a collar, necklace, or similar ornament consisting of a twisted narrow band, usually of precious metal, worn especially by the ancient Gauls and Britons.
[5] Machinery . to apply torque to (a nut, bolt, etc.).
[6] to cause to rotate or twist.
[7] to rotate or twist.
[8] Also: torc a necklace or armband made of twisted metal, worn esp by the ancient Britons and Gauls
[9] any force or system of forces that causes or tends to cause rotation
[10] the ability of a shaft to cause rotation

Words related to Torque

revolution, force, twist, turn, necklace, collar, armband

Words nearby Torque

torpor, torpor retinae, torporific, torquate, torquay, torque, torque converter, torque meter, torque spanner, torque wrench, torquemada

Origin of Torque

1825–35; < Latin torquēre to twist; (def 4) < French torque < Latin torques torques (torc perhaps < Irish ≪ L)

Word origin for Torque

C19: from Latin torquēs necklace, and torquēre to twist

Synonyms for Torque

armband, collar, force, necklace, revolution, turn, twist