tortera1.
(Of thelat.)(tortum, supine oftorquere, twist).
1. f. slice that is placed at the bottom of the spindle, and helps twisting the thread.
tortera2.
1. f. V. tortero2.
(Of cake).
1. adj. It is said of the pot or pan almost flat which serves to make toast. U m. c. s.
2. m. and f. person who makes or sells cakes.
3. m. box or basket to save cakes.
4. f. vulg. The Salva. and Peru. lesbian.