torque

UK
/tɔːk/
US
/tɔrk/

Translations

torquenoun
torques
pl
крутящий момент
The engine produces a high torque.
Двигатель производит высокий крутящий момент.
torqueverb
torqued
Past Simple
torqued
Past Participle
torquing
Gerund
UK
/tɔːk/
US
/tɔrk/
The mechanic torqued the bolt to the specified setting.
Механик крутил болт до указанного значения.
torqueadjective
Used attributively before nouns in technical contexts (e.g., "torque wrench").

Definitions

torquenoun
A twisting force that tends to cause rotation.
The mechanic measured the torque needed to tighten the bolt properly.
A measure of the force that can cause an object to rotate about an axis.
The engine's torque is crucial for determining the vehicle's towing capacity.
A necklace or armband made of twisted metal, worn by ancient Gauls and Britons.
The museum displayed a beautifully crafted torque from the Iron Age.
torqueverb
To apply a twisting force to an object.
The mechanic torqued the bolts to ensure the engine was securely fastened.
torqueadjective
Relating to or involving torque (twisting force).
A torque wrench allows precise tightening of bolts.