torque
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/tɔːk/
English
Definitions
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 twist or turn something.
noun
- A tightly braided necklace or collar, often made of metal, worn by various early European peoples.
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