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    Torche (en. Torch)

    [tɔʁʃ]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    An object used to produce light, often lit.
    He used a torch to see in the dark.
    Il a utilisé une torche pour voir dans l'obscurité.
    An instrument made for welding or brazing.
    The welder used a torch to make the repairs.
    Le soudeur a utilisé une torche pour effectuer les réparations.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'torcha', meaning 'torch', 'flame'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    towel in hand
    To be prepared for a task or work.
    torchon en main
    to have a torch
    To have an idea or a solution.
    avoir une torche

    Related Words

    illumination
    Action of lighting up, providing light.
    illumination
    flame
    State of intense combustion of something that burns.
    flamme

    Slang Meanings

    To be very tired or overworked.
    After this long day, I'm wiped out.
    Après cette longue journée, je suis torché.
    To do something intensively or with a lot of energy.
    He knocked out this project in a week.
    Il a torché ce projet en une semaine.