THROW

(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"
(noun) casting an object in order to determine an outcome randomly
"he risked his fortune on a throw of the dice"
(noun) bedclothes consisting of a lightweight cloth covering (an afghan or bedspread) that is casually thrown over something
(noun) the maximum movement available to a pivoted or reciprocating piece by a cam
synonyms : cam stroke , stroke
(noun) a single chance or instance
"he couldn't afford $50 a throw"
(verb) 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
the hotel staff is completely fuddled by the guest's request for a dozen pillow -added by nithi
(verb) convey or communicate; of a smile, a look, a physical gesture
"Throw a glance", "She gave me a dirty look"
synonyms : give
(verb) utter with force; utter vehemently
"hurl insults", "throw accusations at someone"
synonyms : hurl
(verb) throw (a die) out onto a flat surface
"Throw a six"
(verb) place or put with great energy
"She threw the blanket around the child", "thrust the money in the hands of the beggar"
synonyms : thrust
(verb) propel through the air
"throw a frisbee"
(verb) cause to go on or to be engaged or set in operation
"switch on the light", "throw the lever"
synonyms : flip , switch
(verb) 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
(verb) cause to fall off
"The horse threw its inexperienced rider"
(verb) 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
(verb) make on a potter's wheel
"she threw a beautiful teapot"
(verb) organize or be responsible for
"hold a reception", "have, throw, or make a party", "give a course"
synonyms : give , have , hold , make
(verb) cause to be confused emotionally
synonyms : bemuse , bewilder , discombobulate
(verb) move violently, energetically, or carelessly
"She threw herself forwards"
(verb) to put into a state or activity hastily, suddenly, or carelessly
"Jane threw dinner together", "throw the car into reverse"

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