Pronunciation: /tɔːrtʃ/
noun a portable light source typically consisting of a stick with a combustible material at one end
A1 She used a torch to find her way in the dark cave.
A2 The hiker always carries a torch in case of emergencies during night hikes.
B1 The torch was passed from generation to generation as a symbol of leadership.
B2 The archaeologist carefully examined the ancient torch found at the excavation site.
C1 The torch of freedom burned brightly in the hearts of the revolutionaries.
C2 The Olympic torch was carried through the city by a famous athlete before the opening ceremony.
verb to set fire to something using a torch or other means
A1 He torches the path with a flashlight.
A2 She torched the old documents to destroy evidence.
B1 The protestors torched the cars in the street.
B2 The arsonist torched the building in a fit of rage.
C1 The military torched the enemy's supply lines during the night raid.
C2 The criminal gang torched the warehouse to cover their tracks.
adjective none
A1 She used a torch to light up the dark room.
A2 The torch on his phone helped him find his way in the dark.
B1 The torch light illuminated the path through the forest.
B2 The torch beam revealed the hidden entrance to the cave.
C1 The torches lining the hallway created a warm and inviting atmosphere.
C2 The torch-lit ceremony was a breathtaking display of tradition and culture.
adverb none
A1 She held the torch tightly as she walked through the dark forest.
A2 He used a torch to light up the cave and see the ancient paintings on the walls.
B1 The hiker relied on his torch to navigate the treacherous mountain trail at night.
B2 The detective shone his torch on the footprints to follow the suspect's trail.
C1 The archaeologist used a torch to illuminate the hidden chamber of the tomb.
C2 The explorer carried a powerful torch to light up the vast underground caverns.
pronoun none
A1 I use a torch to see in the dark.
A2 She handed me the torch so I could find my way.
B1 The torch he carried illuminated the path ahead.
B2 The hiker relied on his torch to navigate through the dense forest.
C1 The torch served as a beacon in the stormy night, guiding the ship to safety.
C2 The archaeologist's torch revealed ancient markings on the cave walls.
preposition none
A1 She walked through the dark forest with a torch in her hand.
A2 He used a torch to light up the path ahead.
B1 The hiker relied on her torch to navigate the cave.
B2 The detective shone his torch on the footprints to analyze them.
C1 The archaeologist carefully examined the ancient ruins with a torch in hand.
C2 The explorer used a torch to explore the depths of the abandoned mine.
conjunction none
A1 I used a torch to find my way in the dark.
A2 I grabbed a torch and headed out into the night.
B1 He took a torch with him to explore the cave.
B2 The hiker used a torch to signal for help.
C1 The detective used a torch to search for clues in the abandoned building.
C2 The archaeologist carefully examined the ancient artifacts with a torch in hand.
interjection none
A1 Torch! I can't find my keys.
A2 Torch! It's so dark in here.
B1 Torch! Be careful, there might be snakes in this cave.
B2 Torch! Let's explore the abandoned house.
C1 Torch! We need to light up the path ahead.
C2 Torch! I think I saw something moving in the shadows.
article none
A1 I used a torch to find my way in the dark cave.
A2 She always carries a torch with her when she goes camping.
B1 The hiker used a torch to signal for help when he got lost in the wilderness.
B2 The archaeologist carefully examined the ancient torches found in the ruins.
C1 The firefighter quickly grabbed a torch to cut through the metal door.
C2 The explorer relied on his trusty torch to navigate through the pitch-black jungle.
formal The hiker used a torch to navigate through the dark cave.
informal Can you pass me the torch so I can see better?
slang I always carry a torch in case of a power outage.
figurative She carried the torch for her high school sweetheart for years.
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