torc

Meanings

• noun

  A type of ancient Celtic neck collar or torque, often made of gold or silver.

  - "The ancient Celts wore intricately designed torcs around their necks as a symbol of wealth and status."
  - "The torc, discovered during an archaeological excavation, dates back to the Iron Age."

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Variants

List of all variants of torc that leads to same result
torc , torcs , torque , torques

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Etymology

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From Old Celtic word 'torr' meaning 'to twist' or 'turn'.

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Trivia

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1. The largest known Celtic torc, the 'Torc of Waddington', weighs over 3.5 kilograms.

2. Torcs were often made from gold or silver, and some were encrusted with precious gems.

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Related Concepts

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1. Celtic art: The intricate designs and craftsmanship of torcs are characteristic of Celtic art, which flourished from the Iron Age to the Roman period.

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Culture

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Torcs were an essential part of Celtic culture, representing power, wealth, and social status. They were often passed down through generations as family heirlooms.

How to Memorize "torc"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a Celtic warrior wearing a golden torc around his neck.
   - Imagine the intricate design patterns on the surface of the torc.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'torc' with ancient Celtic culture and wealth.
   - Remember the Celtic warrior image when encountering the word 'torc'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the 'T' in 'torc' stands for 'Torque' or 'Twist'.

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