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torments

2 entries found.

Main Entry:
1tor·ment 
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Pronunciation:
\ˈtr-ˌment\
Function:
noun
Etymology:
Middle English, from Anglo-French turment, torment, from Latin tormentum torture; akin to torquēre to twist — more at torture
Date:
14th century
1 : the infliction of torture (as by rack or wheel) 2 : extreme pain or anguish of body or mind : agony 3 : a source of vexation or pain


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