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    Tornó (en. Lathe)

    /torˈno/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A machine tool that allows for the creation of cylindrical parts.
    The lathe is essential in the manufacturing of mechanical parts.
    El torno es esencial en la fabricación de piezas mecánicas.
    The action of turning or rotating something.
    The turn of the river causes a strong current.
    El torno del río provoca una corriente fuerte.
    The quality of something that is in circular motion.
    The rotation of the fan disperses the air.
    El torno del ventilador dispersa el aire.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'ternus', which means 'three times' and is related to the idea of rotating.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to take a turn
    To make a turn or circle around something.
    dar un torno
    work lathe
    Reference to the space where a lathe is used.
    torno de trabajo
    around
    Around; in relation to.
    en torno a

    Related Words

    turn
    The action of using a lathe to shape a material.
    tornear
    turning
    Process or result of having been worked on a lathe.
    torneado
    mechanical lathe
    A specific type of lathe used in industry.
    torno mecánico

    Slang Meanings

    In some contexts, it is used to refer to a process of transformation.
    The designer gave a new twist to the initial idea of the project.
    El diseñador le dio un torno a la idea inicial del proyecto.
    In urban slang, it can refer to a party or celebration in a circle.
    Last night there was a gathering at Juan's house.
    Anoche hubo un torno en casa de Juan.