torsion

CEFRC1

/ˈtɔː.ʃən/

noun

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In plain English

  1. 01

    noun

    The twisting of an object caused by turning forces.

  2. 02

    noun

    Extra detail

    A finite order element of a group that, when raised to a positive integer power results in the identity element of the group.

Examples

  • Driveshafts are almost only stressed by torsion effects.

At a glance

Sits at C1 on the CEFR scale

Senses
5
Parts of speech
1

Also pronounced

  • /ˈtor.ʃɪn/

Deep Dive

noun

Extra meanings

  1. An element of a homology or cohomology group for which there exists a non-zero integer that, when the element is multiplied by that integer, yields zero.

  2. The act of turning or twisting, or the state of being twisted; the twisting or wrenching of a body by the exertion of a lateral force tending to turn one end or part of it about a longitudinal axis, while the other is held fast or turned in the opposite direction.

  3. A type of holistic complimentary medicine that involves balancing theoretical energy fields through energy healing, meditation, and similar practices.

Quick test

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Question 1 · Quick check

The twisting machine applied extreme blank to the metal rod, causing it to snap.

Practise this properly in the app, where the word comes back before you forget it.

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Origin

noun

From Middle English torcion, from Middle French torsion, from Late Latin torsiōnem, from Latin tortiō, from torqueō (“twist, turn”). See torture, -tort.