A large, overwhelming flood; an overwhelming number or amount.

This is the academic definition of the word and i think its important to point out because it shows the root of why its called Bit-torrent.
The torrent of abuse lead Simone to flinch with every human touch.
by Pseudo-hym September 16, 2009
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A file that connects a user to a swarm to download a file. The idea of torrents are not illegal, but it is mostly used to distribute illegal files. (i.e. music, movies, video games, etc.)
The pirate bay uses torrent files for means of distributing copyrighted materials.
by Freakin' Sweet! July 18, 2008
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Verb: to download a file through torrent.
"I just torrented the new Sublime CD!"
by Georgio Johnson July 13, 2009
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A torrenteer downloads frequently, using the Bit Torrent protocol. Typically, this person does so in the proper spirit of the BT Community, i.e.: will seed to a 1 to 1 ratio. A torrenteer frequently belongs to several BT Communities and is a good member of all, helping any who ask.
That Ch@os guy is a swell torrenteer.
by Shoes58 February 12, 2008
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A downloaded bit (intended) of media to consume without paying for and then deleting it when done.
I bet that movie will be "Meh" Probably will become a torrental.
by AmanOtionary August 17, 2011
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A torrent is about to hit Miami. An umbrella will not be enough.
by freddyflins April 16, 2009
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