torpedo boat |
a fast, maneuverable, lightly armored boat used to torpedo enemy ships. |
torpedo tube |
a tube from which torpedoes are launched, as in marine vessels. |
torpid |
dormant or inactive, as in hibernation. [2 definitions] |
torpor |
a state of suspended movement or feeling, as in a dormant animal. [2 definitions] |
torque |
the measured ability of a force to produce turning or twisting around an axis, such as a gear or shaft. |
torque converter |
a hydraulic device that transfers or increases torque, as in the automatic transmission of an automobile. |
torques |
a ring of feathers, hair, or color around the neck of a bird or animal. |
torque wrench |
a wrench that indicates how much torque has been applied in tightening a nut, bolt, or the like. |
torrefy |
to dry (a drug, ore, or the like) with intense heat. |
torrent |
a heavy, turbulent flow of water, as in a rushing stream, a flood, or a downpour. [2 definitions] |
torrential |
of or like a torrent. [2 definitions] |
torrid |
parched or scorched by the sun, as a geographic area. [2 definitions] |
Torrid Zone |
the area of the earth between the Tropics of Cancer and Capricorn; Tropical Zone. |
torsade |
a twisted cord or strip of fabric, or a molding resembling this, used as ornament. |
torsion |
the act of twisting or the state of being twisted. [2 definitions] |
torsion bar |
a metal bar that maintains stability under twisting, used in the suspensions of some automobiles. |
torso |
the human body from neck to hips; trunk. [2 definitions] |
tort |
in law, any civil rather than criminal harm or injury that violates the implicit duty of each citizen not to harm others, and for which one may bring a civil suit and collect compensation. |
torte |
a rich cake, usu. made of eggs, finely chopped nuts, crumbs, sweeteners, and flavorings, often composed in layers separated by rich fillings. |
tortellini |
a dish of small round pieces of pasta stuffed with meat, vegetables, and the like and served with a sauce. |
tort-feasor |
in law, one who has committed a tort. |