Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

torso

noun
/ˈtɔːr.soʊ/
Definition
The central part of the human body to which the head, arms, and legs are attached; it excludes the head and limbs.
Examples
  • The artist sculpted a beautiful torso from marble.
  • After the workout, he felt soreness in his torso.
Meaning
In anatomy, the torso refers to the trunk of the body, encompassing the chest, back, and abdomen.
Synonyms
  • trunk
  • body
  • midsection