Both Uses of
torrent
in
Far from the Madding Crowd
- When the rain fell in a steady and ceaseless torrent the stream dashed downward in volumes.†
Chpt 46-48 *
- The persistent torrent from the gurgoyle's jaws directed all its vengeance into the grave.†
Chpt 46-48
Definition:
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(torrent) an overwhelming amount -- especially of quickly moving water