verb
contort
Contort (verb) means to twist in a violent manner.
verb
1
To twist in a violent manner.
2
To twist into or as if into a strained shape or expression.
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Etymology
Equivalent to con- + -tort; from Middle English, borrowed from Latin contortus, past participle of contorqueō, from com- + torqueō (“twist, turn”).
Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of contort?
"contort" (verb) means to twist in a violent manner.
What are the different meanings of contort?
"contort" has 2 main meanings: 1. To twist in a violent manner; 2. To twist into or as if into a strained shape or expression.