Torrens

American  

[tawr-uhnz, tor-] / ˈtɔr ənz, ˈtɒr- /

noun

1. Lake Torrens, a salt lake in Australia, in eastern South Australia. 130 miles (210 kilometers) long; 2,400 square miles (6,220 square kilometers); 25 feet (8 meters) below sea level.

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Torrens British  

/ ˈtɒrənz /

noun

1. a shallow salt lake in E central South Australia, about 8 m (25 ft) below sea level. Area: 5776 sq km (2230 sq miles)

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Etymology

Origin of Torrens

First recorded in 1840–45; named after Sir Robert Torrens (1814–84), British administrator in Australia; Torrens system ( def. )

Example Sentences

Its chief executive since 2022, Ken Gilmartin, said he would step down after the deal was approved, to be replaced by Iain Torrens, the chief finance officer.

From BBC

Chris Torrens, head of China at advisory and advocacy firm APCO, points out that some of the country's bigger machinery sectors, including the new high technology industries that Beijing is trying to support, still rely on oil.

From BBC

Mr Torrens says Chinese officials detect an opportunity, and suggests that in a sense the country is opening its doors through the WEF event.

From BBC

Luis Torrens led with a single.

From Los Angeles Times

The list included first-base coach Kristopher Negron, catchers Omar Narvaez and Luis Torrens and designated hitter/first baseman Edwin Encarnacion.

From Seattle Times