Torrent
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈtɒɹənt/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Torrent is a noun meaning A violent flow, as of water, lava, etc.; a stream suddenly raised and running rapidly, as down a precipice.
Meaning
A violent flow, as of water, lava, etc.; a stream suddenly raised and running rapidly, as down a precipice.
More Meanings
- (figuratively) A large amount or stream of something.
- Rolling or rushing in a rapid stream.
- To fall or flow in a torrent; to pour.
- (Internet, file sharing) A set of files obtainable through a peer-to-peer network, especially BitTorrent.
- (Internet slang, transitive) To download in a torrent.
Example Sentences
Rain fell on the hills in torrents.
They endured a torrent of inquiries.
On the banks of the grey torrent of life, love is the only flower.
A torrent of green and white water broke over the hull of the sail-boat.
Word Forms
- torrents
- torrenting
- torrented
Synonyms for torrent
Depending on context, synonyms include cascade, deluge, flood, outpouring, downpour, cloudburst.
Antonyms for torrent
Common opposites include dribble, trickle.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include waterspout, flood, deluge, cloudburst, downpour, soaker.
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