Torbay

American

[tawr-bey, -bey] / ˈtɔrˈbeɪ, -ˌbeɪ /

noun

a borough in S Devonshire, in SW England: seaside resort.

Torbay British

/ ˌtɔːˈbeɪ /

noun

a unitary authority in SW England, in Devon, consisting of Torquay and two neighbouring coastal resorts. Pop: 131 300 (2003 est). Area: 63 sq km (24 sq miles)
Also: Tor Bay. an inlet of the English Channel on the coast of SW England, near Torquay

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In Torbay, where Joel and his family live, the numbers show a steady climb.

From BBC • Jan. 13, 2026

The technique was a form of "psychic driving," says doctoral student Jordan Torbay, who has researched his experiments and their ethical implications.

From BBC • Nov. 14, 2025

Devon County Council and Torbay Council have changed the rules so families who are entitled to free school meals automatically get them without having to apply.

From BBC • Nov. 6, 2025

Torbay Council said an extra 234 pupils have been enrolled for free school meals as a result of the change in policy.

From BBC • Nov. 6, 2025

"Tell me; suppose the passenger should wish Blasquito to take him anywhere else than to Portland or Torbay?"

From Toilers of the Sea by Hugo, Victor

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