Definition for Torrid

torrid, adj. [L. torrēre, to dry with heat.]

Scorching; hot and dry; burning with heat; parched with lack of humidity; having intensely high temperatures. J278/Fr306 A Shady friend – for Torrid days – / Is easier to find – / Than one of higher temperature / For Frigid – hour of mind

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