Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

intorsion

Noun
/ɪnˈtɔrʒən/
Definition
The act or process of twisting inward or toward the center.
Examples
  • The intorsion of the eye can affect vision.
  • During certain movements, intorsion occurs in the hip joint.
  • In botany, intorsion can describe how leaves twist around a stem.
Meaning
Intorsion refers to a form of rotation or movement where a part turns inwards, commonly used in contexts such as biology or mechanics.
Synonyms
  • Twist
  • Rotation
  • Turning