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- [tawr-kweez]
- /ˈtɔr kwiz/
- /tɔːks/
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- [tawr-kweez]
- /ˈtɔr kwiz/
Definitions of torques word
- noun torques 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 torques Machinery. the measured ability of a rotating element, as of a gear or shaft, to overcome turning resistance. 1
- noun torques Optics. the rotational effect on plane-polarized light passing through certain liquids or crystals. 1
- noun torques 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 torques Machinery. to apply torque to (a nut, bolt, etc.). 1
- verb with object torques to cause to rotate or twist. 1
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Origin of torques
First appearance:
before 1560 One of the 32% oldest English words
1560-70; < Latin torquēs twisted necklace or collar, equivalent to torqu(ēre) to twist (akin to Greek trépein to turn) + -ēs feminine deverbative noun suffix
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Parts of speech for Torques
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adjective
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preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
torques popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 71% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
Most Europeans know this English word. The frequency of it’s usage is somewhere between "mom" and "screwdriver".
torques usage trend in Literature
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