Definition

A decorative piece made of twisted ribbon or cord, often used to embellish hats or other items.

Example

She adorned her hat with a beautiful torsade made of colorful ribbons.

Conversation

I saw a beautiful hat today with a lovely torsade on it.

That sounds interesting! What color was it?

It was a vibrant red, and the torsade really made it stand out.

I bet it looked amazing! I love unique details like that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Torsade comes from the French word 'torsade', which means a twist or a spiral. The term is derived from 'torser', meaning to twist, and the suffix '-ade', which indicates a process or result. Thus, 'torsade' refers to the result of twisting something into a spiral form.

Memory Tip

Imagine something being 'twisted' — that's what 'torsade' means, a result of twisting into a spiral.

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