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intort

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ɪnˈtɔːrt/

KK: /ɪnˈtɔrt/

transitive verb
Definition

To twist or wind something in and out, often in a complex or intricate manner.


Example

The artist decided to intort the vines around the trellis to create a beautiful display.


Tense Forms

Past: intorted

Past Participle: intorted


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever tried to intort a vine for your garden?
Sloth B
No, I haven't, but it sounds interesting!
Sloth A
It's a great way to make your plants look more artistic.
Sloth B
I should give it a shot; it's nice to add some flair to the garden.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
twist
wreathe
wind
Antonyms
untwist
unwind
straighten
Root Explanation

This word originates from Latin 'intortus', meaning twisted or turned inwards. The prefix 'in-' (meaning in or into) combined with 'torere' (meaning to twist) gives the sense of something being twisted inwards.

Memory Tip

Imagine something being 'twisted inwards' — 'in-' means into, and 'torere' means to twist.

Visually Confused Words
inport
tort
introvert
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