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contortion

UK
/kənˈtɔːʃən/
US
/kənˈtɔrʃən/

Translations

contortionnoun
contortions
pl
UK
/kənˈtɔːʃən/
US
/kənˈtɔrʃən/
The contortion of the metal beam was evident after the intense heat of the fire.
La contorsion de la poutre métallique était évidente après la chaleur intense de l’incendie.
Additional translations
torsionSurtout dans un contexte technique ou physique.
Synonyms
deformation
coil
crook
bend
wrench
distortion
twist
contortionadjective
UK
/kənˈtɔː.ʃən/
US
/kənˈtɔr.ʃən/
Used attributively before another noun to indicate relation to the art or process of contortion (e.g., "contortion training").
de contorsion
She opened a studio that offers contortion classes and contortion training.
Elle a ouvert un studio qui propose des cours de contorsion et un entraînement de contorsion.
Synonyms
writhing
bent
gnarled
deformed
misshapen
convoluted
warped
distorted
twisted
contortive
contorted

Definitions

contortionnoun
The act or process of twisting, bending, or deforming something into an unusual shape or position.
The contortion of the metal beam was evident after the intense heat of the fire.
A twisted or bent condition, state, or form.
The contortion of her face showed her disbelief and confusion.
A performance art form involving the extreme flexibility of the human body.
The circus featured an impressive contortion act that left the audience in awe.
contortionadjective
Relating to, involving, or characteristic of contortion or contortionists.
She opened a studio that offers contortion classes and contortion training.
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