throw

/θrou/

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Explanation of the Word "Throw"

Definition:
The word "throw" can be used both as a noun and a verb.

Usage Instructions:

1. As a Verb:

   • Use "throw" when you're talking about making something go through the air.
   • Example: "I will throw the ball to you."

2. As a Noun:

   • Use "throw" when discussing the action or the result of throwing, or in specific contexts like games of chance.
   • Example: "That was a great throw!"

Examples:

• Verb: "She threw the frisbee across the park."
• Noun: "The player made an incredible throw to score a point."

Advanced Usage:

• In Sports: "He made a perfect throw to second base."
• In Social Contexts: "They decided to throw a party for her birthday."

Word Variants:

• Throwing (verb) – the act of propelling something.
• Threw (past tense) – the past form of throw.
• Thrown (past participle) – used in passive constructions, e.g., "The ball was thrown by the player."

Different Meanings:

1. Confusing Someone: "That question threw me off."
2. Making a Party: "They are going to throw a big celebration."
3. Random Chance: "He took a throw of the dice."

Synonyms:

• For the verb:

  • Toss
  • Hurl
  • Fling

• For the noun:

  • Toss
  • Launch

Idioms:

• "Throw in the towel": To give up or quit, especially in a challenging situation.
• "Throw caution to the wind": To take a risk and act without worrying about the consequences.

Phrasal Verbs:

• Throw away: To discard something you no longer need.

  • Example: "Please throw away the trash."

• Throw out: To remove or get rid of something.

  • Example: "I need to throw out old clothes."

Conclusion:

The word "throw" is versatile and can be used in various contexts, from sports to social events, and even in expressing confusion.

Academic

Noun

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

Verb

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

Synonyms

• stroke
• cam stroke
• confuse
• fox
• befuddle
• fuddle
• bedevil
• confound
• discombobulate
• hold
• have
• make
• give
• hurl
• bewilder
• bemuse
• project
• cast
• contrive
• flip
• switch
• thrust
• shed
• cast off
• shake off
• throw off
• throw away
• drop