torsion — meaning in English

English meaning

• twine noun A strong string or cord made from two or more threads twisted together.
• twist verb To turn or bend something, often forcefully, so it becomes distorted or wound.

Senses

torsion is used for these senses in English:

• twine A twist; a convolution.
• twist A sprain, especially to the ankle.

twine — full definition

1. noun A strong string or cord made from two or more threads twisted together.
2. verb To wind or twist around something.

twist — full definition

1. verb To turn or bend something, often forcefully, so it becomes distorted or wound.
2. verb To distort the meaning of something said or written.
3. noun An unexpected turn or development in a story or situation.

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