Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
torque
noun
/tɔːrk/
Definition
A measure of the rotational force applied to an object.
Examples
- The mechanic adjusted the torque on the engine’s bolts for better performance.
- A car’s torque rating indicates how much power it can transmit to the wheels.
- To open the jar, she applied torque using a rubber grip.
Meaning
Torque describes how much a force acting on an object causes that object to rotate. It is commonly used in physics and engineering to understand the mechanics of rotating systems.
Synonyms
- twist
- rotation
- twisting force
