Torture

Last Updated: January 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM

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Definition of Torture

Noun

  1. The infliction of severe pain or anguish, especially as an interrogation technique or punishment; (usually in the plural) a technique, method, or device which is designed to inflict such anguish.

    "People confess to anything under torture."

  2. Sexual activity involving the infliction of pain to a certain body part or in a certain manner.

    "cock and ball torture"

  3. Severe pain or anguish, of mind or body.
  4. An unpleasant sensation or its infliction: embarrassment, heartache, etc.

    "Every time she says 'goodbye' it is torture!"

Verb

  1. To intentionally inflict severe pain or suffering on (someone), usually with the aim of forcing confessions or punishing them.

    "People who torture often have sadistic tendencies."

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