distortion.
(Of thelat.)late(distorsio, - onis).
2. f. deformation of images, sounds, signs, etc., produced in its transmission or reproduction.
3. f. action twist or unbalance the provision of figures in general or of artistic elements, or to submit or interpret facts, intentions, etc., deforming them intentional way.
4. f. Med. sprain (? twist a joint).