torque
Pronunciación: [tɔrk]
Palabra
Contexto: «mechanics»
(noun) a measure of how much a force can make something turn. Imagine using a wrench to tighten a bolt; the strength you apply to turn it is the torque.
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The mechanic explained that the engine produces a lot of torque, making it easy to accelerate quickly.
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Without enough torque, the car couldn't move the heavy trailer.
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How much torque does the bicycle's pedal system generate?
Contexto: «mechanics»
(verb) to apply a twisting force to something. Think about when you twist the cap off a bottle; you are torquing it.
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He torqued the screws tightly to ensure the assembly was secure.
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She didn’t torque the lid enough, and it came loose while driving.
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Are you going to torque that bolt properly?
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