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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

tortures

/ˈtɔːtʃərz/ noun · British & US
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What does tortures mean?

noun

Painful or unpleasant physical or mental suffering; the act of inflicting such suffering.

Example

"The prisoner was subjected to various forms of torture during his interrogation."

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