throw meaning and definition

THROW noun

Definition of throw (noun)

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

THROW verb

Definition of throw (verb)

1. propel through the air
   • "throw a frisbee"
2. move violently, energetically, or carelessly
   • "She threw herself forwards"
3. get rid of
   • "he shed his image as a pushy boss"; "shed your clothes"
   • synonyms: cast, cast off, drop, shake off, shed, throw away, throw off
4. place or put with great energy
   • "She threw the blanket around the child"; "thrust the money in the hands of the beggar"
   • synonyms: thrust
5. convey or communicate; of a smile, a look, a physical gesture
   • "Throw a glance"; "She gave me a dirty look"
   • synonyms: give
6. cause to go on or to be engaged or set in operation
   • "switch on the light"; "throw the lever"
   • synonyms: flip, switch
7. 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"
   • synonyms: cast, contrive, project
8. to put into a state or activity hastily, suddenly, or carelessly
   • "Jane threw dinner together"; "throw the car into reverse"
9. cause to be confused emotionally
   • synonyms: bemuse, bewilder, discombobulate
10. utter with force; utter vehemently
    • "hurl insults"; "throw accusations at someone"
    • synonyms: hurl
11. organize or be responsible for
    • "hold a reception"; "have, throw, or make a party"; "give a course"
    • synonyms: give, have, hold, make
12. make on a potter's wheel
    • "she threw a beautiful teapot"
13. cause to fall off
    • "The horse threw its inexperienced rider"
14. throw (a die) out onto a flat surface
    • "Throw a six"
15. 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"
    • synonyms: bedevil, befuddle, confound, confuse, discombobulate, fox, fuddle