torque

/tɔːk//tɔɹk/

noun

  1. 1

    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

  1. 1

    To twist or turn something.

noun

  1. 1

    A tightly braided necklace or collar, often made of metal, worn by various early European peoples.

Translate “torque” to another language

Click any language to open the translator with this word already filled in.

Torque Definition & Meaning | TranslatePulse