Torque (noun)

1. A force that causes rotation around an axis.
2. A twisting or turning force.
3. A measure of the twisting or turning force acting on an object, usually measured in units of Newton-meters (N·m).

Origin:

The word torque comes from the latin word "torquere" which means to twist or turn.

Examples:

1. The engine produces a high torque at low speeds.
2. The wrench is designed to apply torque to the nut.
3. The torque on the shaft caused the gears to rotate.
4. The torque required to turn the handle is very high.
5. The torque output of the engine is measured in Newton-meters.