torse Meaning, Definition & Usage

Torse noun

Etymology

OF., fr. OF. & F. tors, torse, twisted, wreathed, p. p. of tordre to twist, L. torquere. See Torture.

Definitions

1. (Her.) A wreath.
2. F. tors, torse, twisted. (Geom.) A developable surface. See under Developable.