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torose

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /tɔˈroʊs/

KK: /tɔːˈroʊs/

adjective
Definition

Having a cylindrical shape with raised areas or bumps.


Example

The torose plant stem is easily recognizable due to its unique ridges.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you seen those new plants with the torose stems?
Sloth B
Yeah, they look really interesting and unique!
Sloth A
I think they would make a cool addition to my garden.
Sloth B
Definitely! The torose shape adds a nice texture.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
ridged
grooved
bumpy
Antonyms
smooth
flat
even
Root Explanation

Torose → It originates from Latin 'torosus' (meaning full of swelling or bulging). The word describes something that is swollen or bulging in appearance.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'full of swelling' — that's what torose means.

Visually Confused Words
torse
torulose
tortuose
tortoise
trouse
triose
torsel
sorose
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