throw

Noun

• casting an object in order to determine an outcome randomly
  • he risked his fortune on a throw of the dice
    

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

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

• a single chance or instance
  • he couldn't afford $50 a throw
    

• 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

• 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
    

• throw (a die) out onto a flat surface
  • Throw a six
    

• cause to fall off
  • The horse threw its inexperienced rider
    

• make on a potter's wheel
  • she threw a beautiful teapot
    

• organize or be responsible for
  • hold a reception
    
  • have, throw, or make a party
    
  • give a course
    

• utter with force; utter vehemently
  • hurl insults
    
  • throw accusations at someone
    

• cause to be confused emotionally

• to put into a state or activity hastily, suddenly, or carelessly
  • Jane threw dinner together
    
  • throw the car into reverse
    

• 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
    

• cause to go on or to be engaged or set in operation
  • switch on the light
    
  • throw the lever
    

• convey or communicate; of a smile, a look, a physical gesture
  • Throw a glance
    
  • She gave me a dirty look
    

• place or put with great energy
  • She threw the blanket around the child
    
  • thrust the money in the hands of the beggar
    

• get rid of
  • he shed his image as a pushy boss
    
  • shed your clothes
    

• move violently, energetically, or carelessly
  • She threw herself forwards
    

• propel through the air
  • throw a frisbee
    

Related words

• 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