Definitions

1. noun

a stick or bar of wood, metal, or plastic with a wick or wickless fuel source at the end, used for producing light

“She lit a torch to illuminate the dark room.”

2. verb

to provide or give a strong, guiding influence to

“The politician’s speech torched the audience’s imagination with its inspiring message.”

3. verb

to set fire to or burn something, especially something that is dry or highly flammable

“The wildfire torched the entire forest, leaving nothing but ash behind.”

4. noun

a long, pointed stick, typically made of wood or metal, used as a tool

“The hikers used their torches to navigate through the dense forest.”