Definition

The central part of the human body, which includes the chest and abdomen but does not include the head, arms, or legs.

Example

The artist created a beautiful sculpture of a torso without the head and limbs.

Conversation

Did you see that new sculpture in the park?

Yeah, it was amazing! The torso looked so realistic.

I know, right? It really captures the human form beautifully.

Absolutely, the artist did a fantastic job with the details.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Torso comes from the Italian word 'torso', meaning a trunk or body, which itself is derived from the Latin 'torere', meaning to twist. The word refers to the central part of the body, excluding the head and limbs, emphasizing the twisted or contorted form of the trunk.

Memory Tip

Imagine the central part of the body, which is often twisted or contorted, to remember that 'torso' refers to the trunk of the body.

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