Torrent Definition & Meaning

torrent
noun
  1. a heavy rain
  2. a violently fast stream of water (or other liquid); "the houses were swept away in the torrent"
  3. an overwhelming number or amount; "a flood of requests"; "a torrent of abuse"

"Torrent" in song lyrics

See how torrent is used in real songs:

  • "You plague our people at every torrent"
    Shyheim f/ Castro — Dust Juice
  • "pontiac torrent"
    AOL — AOL
  • "pontiac torrent purple haze pontiac torrent"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "torrent"

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