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torquing

torque
T t

Transcription

    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [tawrk]
    • /tɔrk/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [tawrk]
    • /tɔrk/

Definitions of torquing word

  • noun torquing Mechanics. something that produces or tends to produce torsion or rotation; the moment of a force or system of forces tending to cause rotation. 1
  • noun torquing Machinery. the measured ability of a rotating element, as of a gear or shaft, to overcome turning resistance. 1
  • noun torquing Optics. the rotational effect on plane-polarized light passing through certain liquids or crystals. 1
  • noun torquing 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. 1
  • verb with object torquing Machinery. to apply torque to (a nut, bolt, etc.). 1
  • verb with object torquing to cause to rotate or twist. 1

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Origin of torquing

First appearance:

before 1825
One of the 37% newest English words
1825-35; < Latin torquēre to twist; (def 4) < French torque < Latin torques torques (torc perhaps < Irish ≪ L)

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Parts of speech for Torquing

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation

torquing popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 92% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.

torquing usage trend in Literature

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Top questions with torquing

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