Torsion

Pronunciation: /ˈtɔːrʃən/

Torsion (noun)

  1. A force that twists or turns something.
  2. A medical condition where a body part twists, causing pain or damage.
  3. A mathematical concept describing how a curve twists in space.

Examples

  • The torsion in the cable caused it to snap.
  • Engineers measured the torsion applied to the bridge.

Common collocations: apply torsion, torsion force, torsion spring, ovarian torsion, testicular torsion

Synonyms of Torsion

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Torsion

  • opposite of twisting