torrent

US /ˈtɔːr.ənt/
UK /ˈtɔːr.ənt/
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1.

a strong and fast-moving stream of water or other liquid

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The heavy rain created a torrent of water flowing down the street.
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A torrent of lava poured down the volcano's side.
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flooddelugerushgushspate
2.

a sudden, violent, and copious outpouring of something, typically words or feelings

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She unleashed a torrent of abuse at him.
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He was met with a torrent of questions from the reporters.
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outburstfloodrushstreamgush
3.

a file or set of files that can be downloaded from the internet using the BitTorrent protocol

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I downloaded the movie using a torrent client.
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Be careful when downloading torrents, as they can sometimes contain malware.