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torr |
torrefaction |
torrefy |
torrens system |
torrent |
torrential
| torrentine
| torreon
| torres strait
| torrey pine
| torrey tree
torrential
WORDNET DICTIONARY
Adjective torrential has 3 senses
- torrential(a = adj.pert) Array - relating to or resulting from the action of a torrent; "torrential erosion"; "torrential adaptations seen in some aquatic forms" Derived form noun torrent2
- torrential(s = adj.all) Array - resembling a torrent in force and abundance; "torrential applause"; "torrential abuse"; "the torrential facility and fecundity characteristic of his style" Derived form noun torrent3
- torrential(s = adj.all) Array - pouring in abundance; "torrential rains" Derived form noun torrent1
CIDE DICTIONARY
torrential, a.
Of or pertaining to a torrent; having the character of a torrent; caused by a torrent . [1913 Webster]
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