torqued

torque

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Transcription

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

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

Definitions of torqued word

noun torqued 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 torqued Machinery. the measured ability of a rotating element, as of a gear or shaft, to overcome turning resistance. 1
noun torqued Optics. the rotational effect on plane-polarized light passing through certain liquids or crystals. 1
noun torqued 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 torqued Machinery. to apply torque to (a nut, bolt, etc.). 1
verb with object torqued to cause to rotate or twist. 1

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Origin of torqued

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 Torqued

noun

adjective

verb

adverb

pronoun

preposition

conjunction

determiner

exclamation

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torqued 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.

According to our data about 53% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

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Synonyms for torqued

noun torqued

collared — the part of a shirt, coat, dress, blouse, etc., that encompasses the neckline of the garment and is sewn permanently to it, often so as to fold or roll over.

Just one Synonym for torqued