Definition of Torsion

twisting one side or at one point with the other side or point remaining the same

Examples of Torsion in a sentence

“Due to the torsion of the nerve,” the doctor stated to his patient, “you may feel pain near your neck but your back should feel fine.”  🔊

The torsion of the two wires together allowed the man to double the size of the wire as he pulled on either end.  🔊

Instead of hammering a nail straight into the piece of wood, a screw would be better since it has its torsion at one end of the screw.  🔊

With the roots in a state of torsion, the rest of the tree oddly grew straight into the air.  🔊

After breaking his index finger, the torsion of his fingertip revealed to everyone that the break did not properly heal right.  🔊

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