Torrent

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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Torrent

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 torrent is about to hit Miami. An umbrella will not be enough.
by freddyflins April 16, 2009
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"These Nachos are delicious," said Torrent
by TorrentV August 24, 2011
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Torrent

A very offensive term to call a person, can also refer to someone that stinks like a dirty river.
I made such a F-ing Torrent of myself today.
by Possum Lady March 28, 2010
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