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torrent
In computer science, a file or metadata file used for data exchange via the BitTorrent protocol. It makes it possible to download content from several sources at the same time.
Er hat sich den Torrent für die neue Linux-Distribution heruntergeladen.
He downloaded the torrent for the new Linux distribution.
torrent
An outdated or poetic term for a raging mountain stream or a flash flood.
Nach dem Gewitter verwandelte sich der kleine Bach in einen tosenden Torrent.
After the thunderstorm, the small stream turned into a roaring torrent.
You can easily recognize the meaning from the context. If the sentence is about computers, the internet, or files, the IT meaning is intended. If it is about nature, mountains, or water, it means a torrent or flash flood, although this use is very rare.
Ich brauche einen neuen Torrent, um die Software herunterzuladen.
I need a new torrent to download the software.
In an IT context, 'Torrent' is often combined with verbs such as 'herunterladen' (to download), 'runterladen' (to download), 'teilen' (to share), or 'erstellen' (to create). It is often used in connection with digital content such as films, software, or music.
Ist es legal, diesen Film per Torrent herunterzuladen?
Is it legal to download this film via torrent?
The meaning 'Sturzbach' (torrent / flash flood) is outdated and today is used almost only in poetry or historical texts. In normal everyday usage, it is extremely rare.
Nach dem Unwetter schoss ein reißender Torrent den Hang hinab.
After the storm, a raging torrent rushed down the slope.
