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intorted

American  
[in-tawr-tid] / ɪnˈtɔr tɪd /

adjective

  1. twisted inwardly about an axis or fixed point; curled; wound.

    intorted horns.

Etymology

Origin of intorted

1605–15; < Latin intort ( us ) (variant past participle of intorquēre to turn or twist in; in- 2, tort ) + -ed 2

Example Sentences

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In the first place, then, her most copious and long hairs, being gradually intorted, and promiscuously scattered on her divine neck, were softly defluous.

From Woman in the Ninteenth Century and Kindred Papers Relating to the Sphere, Condition and Duties, of Woman. by Fuller, Margaret

Nor was Minerva absent from the rite, She view'd her honours, and enjoyed the sight, With reverend hand the king presents the gold, Which round the intorted horns the gilder roll'd.

From The Odyssey by Pope, Alexander

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