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; see also Torrens system ( def. )

Example Sentences

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 • Jun. 24, 2025

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

From Seattle Times • Feb. 10, 2024

The band says while Earl is recovering, all scheduled dates will be going ahead with Ben Torrens standing in for him.

From BBC • Nov. 8, 2023

“He’s excited to be back,” Servais said of Torrens.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 12, 2023

Gwen and Miss Torrens, very li�es already, went out by the garden window to talk, but would keep within hearing because breakfast was imminent.

From When Ghost Meets Ghost by De Morgan, William Frend