tore

• Nom désignant un moulage convexe à la base d'une colonne, souvent utilisé dans l'architecture classique.

A noun referring to the lowest molding at the base of a column, often used in classical architecture.

1. Architectural moldingC2formal

   A large, convex molding used at the base of a column, often the lowest one.

   Tore (moulure architecturale)

   • The architect specified a torus for the base of the Doric column.
   • The ancient temple's columns featured a prominent tore.
   • The stone tore was intricately carved with a simple pattern.

   Synonymestorus

• Verbe désignant l'action de déchirer ou de mettre en pièces quelque chose, ou un mouvement rapide et énergique.

A verb used to indicate the act of ripping or pulling something apart, or moving quickly and forcefully.

verbe irrégulier

1. Rip or splitA2formal

   To pull or be pulled apart violently, often resulting in a hole or damage.

   déchirer

   • She tore the letter into pieces.
   • The fabric tore when I pulled it too hard.
   • Don't tear the wrapping paper; open it carefully.

   Synonymesrendripruptureshred

   Antonymesfixmendrepair

2. Move quicklyB1informal

   To go or run very fast, often in a reckless manner.

   Foncer

   • He tore down the street to catch the bus.
   • She tore into the room, slamming the door.
   • The car tore around the corner at high speed.

   Synonymesboltcareerchargedashflyracerushshootspeedzoom

   Antonymesamblecrawlcreepplodsaunterstrolltrudge

3. Produce tearsB1informal

   To shed tears from the eyes due to emotion or irritation.

   verser des larmes

   • The sad movie made her tear up.
   • He tore up when he heard the news.
   • The onions made my eyes tear.

   Synonymesbawlblubbercrygrievelamentmournsobwailweepwhimper

Variantes phrasaltear awaytear downtear intotear offtear up