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Throw has 26 different meanings across 2 categories:

Noun · Verb

Definitions

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"

throw

a single chance or instance

"he couldn't afford $50 a throw"

throw

the maximum movement available to a pivoted or reciprocating piece by a cam

"The mechanic adjusted the timing belt so the valve throw on the new camshaft matched the manufacturer's specifications."

throw stroke cam stroke

bedclothes consisting of a lightweight cloth covering (an afghan or bedspread) that is casually thrown over something

"She draped her favorite floral throw over the armchair to soften the look of the room."

throw

casting an object in order to determine an outcome randomly

"he risked his fortune on a throw of the dice"

throw

The flight of a thrown object.

"In his 18th-century medical journal, Dr. Halloway recorded that the patient threw in agony before finally passing away, noting it as an archaic spelling for a violent pain or spasm."

Pain, especially pain associated with childbirth; throe.

A moment, time, occasion.

Obsolete form of throe.

In plain English: A throw is a piece of fabric you put on a chair or couch to make it look nicer and feel more comfortable.

"The game was won in three throws."

Verb

propel through the air

"throw a frisbee"

throw

move violently, energetically, or carelessly

"She threw herself forwards"

throw

get rid of

"he shed his image as a pushy boss"

"shed your clothes"

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place or put with great energy

"She threw the blanket around the child"

"thrust the money in the hands of the beggar"

throw thrust

convey or communicate; of a smile, a look, a physical gesture

"Throw a glance"

"She gave me a dirty look"

give throw

cause to go on or to be engaged or set in operation

"switch on the light"

"throw the lever"

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put or send forth

"She threw the flashlight beam into the corner"

"The setting sun threw long shadows"

"cast a spell"

"cast a warm light"

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to put into a state or activity hastily, suddenly, or carelessly

"Jane threw dinner together"

"throw the car into reverse"

throw

cause to be confused emotionally

"Her sudden proposal threw me for a loop, leaving me speechless and completely off-balance."

bewilder bemuse discombobulate throw

utter with force; utter vehemently

"hurl insults"

"throw accusations at someone"

hurl throw

organize or be responsible for

"hold a reception"

"have, throw, or make a party"

"give a course"

hold throw have make give

make on a potter's wheel

"she threw a beautiful teapot"

throw

cause to fall off

"The horse threw its inexperienced rider"

throw

throw (a die) out onto a flat surface

"Throw a six"

throw

be confusing or perplexing to; cause to be unable to think clearly

"These questions confuse even the experts"

"This question completely threw me"

"This question befuddled even the teacher"

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To hurl; to cause an object to move rapidly through the air.

"I'm afraid I can't provide an example for that definition because "throw" does not mean "to give birth." The verb used to describe giving birth is typically "deliver," while "throw" in a reproductive context is only part of the idiomatic phrase "give birth to" or colloquially associated with "throw up" (which means to vomit), but it never stands alone as a synonym for childbirth."

To give birth to.

In plain English: To throw something means to move it quickly through the air by using your arm or hand.

"He threw the ball to his friend during the game."

Usage: Use throw when you actively propel an object with your hand or arm, distinguishing it from drop which implies releasing without force. This verb applies broadly to anything launched into the air, whether a ball in sports or debris during a storm.

Example Sentences

"The game was won in three throws." noun

"He threw the ball to his friend during the game." verb

"He threw the ball high into the air during practice." verb

"Please throw away those empty boxes when you are done." verb

"Don't throw water on your clothes or they will get ruined." verb

Origin

The word "throw" comes from Old English þrāwan, which originally meant "to twist or turn." Over time, the meaning shifted to describe propelling something through the air by twisting the arm.

Rhyming Words

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