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torch song

Word Rarity Rare

Frequency: Zipf frequency 3.73 in modern English

Syllables
torch -song
IPA
15
Scrabble Score
9
Letters
2
Syllables
8
Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

A song, often sentimental, lamenting an unrequited love; normally sung by a woman.

Example Sentences

Etymology

From to carry a torch for (“to harbor feelings for”).

Inflected Forms

torch songs (plural)

Phrases

torch singer

Frequently Paired Words

torch singer

Questions

What does torch song mean?
A song, often sentimental, lamenting an unrequited love; normally sung by a woman.
Where does torch song come from?
From to carry a torch for (“to harbor feelings for”).

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