intort Meaning, Definition & Usage

In*tort" transitive verb

Etymology

L. intortus, p. p. of intoquere to twist; pref. in- in + torquere to twist.

Wordforms

imperfect & past participle Intorted; present participle & verbal noun Intorting

Definitions

1. To twist in and out; to twine; to wreathe; to wind; to wring. Pope.