Torque (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

noun
  1. something that produces or tends to produce torsion or rotation; the moment of a force or system of forces tending to cause rotation.
  2. the measured ability of a rotating element, as of a gear or shaft, to overcome turning resistance.
  3. the rotational effect on plane-polarized light passing through certain liquids or crystals.
  4. a collar, necklace, or similar ornament consisting of a twisted narrow band, usually of precious metal, worn especially by the ancient Gauls and Britons.
verb (used with object), torqued, torqu·ing.
  1. to apply torque to (a nut, bolt, etc.).
  2. to cause to rotate or twist.
verb (used without object), torqued, torqu·ing.
  1. to rotate or twist.
noun
  1. a necklace or armband made of twisted metal, worn esp by the ancient Britons and Gauls
  2. any force or system of forces that causes or tends to cause rotation
  3. the ability of a shaft to cause rotation
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