torque

Meaning

Noun

A rotational or twisting effect of a force; a moment of force, defined for measurement purposes as an equivalent straight line force multiplied by the distance from the axis of rotation (SI unit newton metre or Nm; imperial unit pound-foot or lb·ft, not to be confused with the foot pound-force, commonly "foot-pound", a unit of work or energy)

Verb

To make something rotate about an axis by imparting torque to it.

Synonyms

torsion

collar

twist

neckband

necklace

proclivity

propensity

ruff

tendency

trend

wrench

🔧

wring

T

T

circulatory force

carcane

moment of torsion

moment of torque

band

twist moment

inclination

moment

Pronounced as (IPA)

/tɔɹk/

Etymology

Borrowed from Latin torqueō (“to twist”).