THROW
Scrabble letter values: T1H4R1O1W4 = 11
Definition
- noun the act of throwing (propelling something with a rapid movement of the arm and wrist).
- noun a single chance or instance.
- noun the maximum movement available to a pivoted or reciprocating piece by a cam. — synonyms: stroke, cam_stroke
- noun bedclothes consisting of a lightweight cloth covering (an afghan or bedspread) that is casually thrown over something.
- noun casting an object in order to determine an outcome randomly.
- verb propel through the air.
- verb move violently, energetically, or carelessly.
- verb get rid of. — synonyms: shed, cast, cast_off, shake_off, throw_off, throw_away, drop
- verb place or put with great energy. — synonyms: thrust
- verb convey or communicate. — synonyms: give
- verb cause to go on or to be engaged or set in operation. — synonyms: flip, switch
- verb put or send forth. — synonyms: project, cast, contrive
- verb to put into a state or activity hastily, suddenly, or carelessly.
- verb cause to be confused emotionally. — synonyms: bewilder, bemuse, discombobulate
- verb utter with force. — synonyms: hurl
- verb organize or be responsible for. — synonyms: hold, have, make, give
- verb make on a potter's wheel.
- verb cause to fall off.
- verb throw (a die) out onto a flat surface.
- verb be confusing or perplexing to. — synonyms: confuse, fox, befuddle, fuddle, bedevil, confound, discombobulate
Examples
- “the catcher made a good throw to second base”
- “he couldn't afford $50 a throw”
- “he risked his fortune on a throw of the dice”