throw

/θɹˈoʊ/ · 1 syllable

Meaning

verb

propel through the air
“throw a frisbee”
move violently, energetically, or carelessly
“She threw herself forwards”
get rid of
“he shed his image as a pushy boss”
place or put with great energy
“She threw the blanket around the child”
convey or communicate; of a smile, a look, a physical gesture
“Throw a glance”
cause to go on or to be engaged or set in operation
“switch on the light”
put or send forth
“She threw the flashlight beam into the corner”
to put into a state or activity hastily, suddenly, or carelessly
“Jane threw dinner together”
cause to be confused emotionally
utter with force; utter vehemently
“hurl insults”
organize or be responsible for
“hold a reception”
make on a potter's wheel
“she threw a beautiful teapot”

noun

the act of throwing (propelling something with a rapid movement of the arm and wrist)
“the catcher made a good throw to second base”
a single chance or instance
“he couldn't afford $50 a throw”
the maximum movement available to a pivoted or reciprocating piece by a cam
bedclothes consisting of a lightweight cloth covering (an afghan or bedspread) that is casually thrown over something
casting an object in order to determine an outcome randomly
“he risked his fortune on a throw of the dice”

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