Torrens
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of Torrens
First recorded in 1840–45; named after Sir Robert Torrens (1814–84), British administrator in Australia; see also Torrens system ( def. )
Example Sentences
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The chair of the British Chamber of Commerce in China, Chris Torrens, praised Sir Keir's visit to Beijing as "successful".
From BBC ● Jan. 29, 2026
Mr Torrens told the BBC "it makes sense for UK to be looking to China, it's one of its larger trading partners".
From BBC ● Jan. 29, 2026
Luis Torrens, promoted when O’Keefe went on the paternity list earlier this week, remains with the Mariners as the backup catcher.
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 15, 2023
“He’s excited to be back,” Servais said of Torrens.
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 12, 2023
On the whole, Torrens stands rigidly by Adam Smith as against his successors, especially Malthus.
From Letters of David Ricardo to Thomas Robert Malthus, 1810-1823 by David Ricardo
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