torch Synonyms
torch Meaning
torch (n)
a light usually carried in the hand; consists of some flammable substance
tall-stalked very woolly mullein with densely packed yellow flowers; ancient Greeks and Romans dipped the stalks in tallow for funeral torches
a small portable battery-powered electric lamp
a burner that mixes air and gas to produce a very hot flame
torch (v)
burn maliciously, as by arson
torch (n.)
A light or luminary formed of some combustible substance, as of resinous wood; a large candle or flambeau, or a lamp giving a large, flaring flame.
A flashlight.
torch Sentence Examples
- The explorer carried a torch to illuminate the dark cave.
- The torch's flickering flame danced in the wind, casting eerie shadows.
- The stadium roared with applause as the Olympic torch entered the arena.
- The Statue of Liberty's torch symbolizes freedom and enlightenment.
- The scientist used a blowtorch to weld the metal together.
- The torchlight procession celebrated the town's annual festival.
- The firefighters used torches to search for survivors in the rubble.
- The torches lined the path, creating a magical atmosphere for the night-time walk.
- The torch carrier held the flame aloft, symbolizing hope and perseverance.
- The ancient Greeks used torches to light their homes and temples.
FAQs About the word torch
a light usually carried in the hand; consists of some flammable substance, tall-stalked very woolly mullein with densely packed yellow flowers; ancient Greeks a
igniter, firebug, arsonist, ignitor, pyromaniac,incendiary,flamer, kindler, immolator
snuff (out), quench, put out, put out, douse, quench, douse, choke, snuff (out), choke
The explorer carried a torch to illuminate the dark cave.
The torch's flickering flame danced in the wind, casting eerie shadows.
The stadium roared with applause as the Olympic torch entered the arena.
The Statue of Liberty's torch symbolizes freedom and enlightenment.
