torse

1 of 2

noun (1)

ˈtȯ(ə)rs

plural -s

: a twisted band or wreath by which a heraldic crest is joined to the helmet

torse

2 of 2

noun (2)

"

plural -s

: torso

Word History

Etymology

Noun (1)

Middle French torse, torce, from feminine of tors twisted

Noun (2)

French, from Italian torso

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