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Throw

Throh

/ˈθroʊ/

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throw

Dictionary meaning

The act of throwing (propelling something with a rapid movement of the arm and wrist).

Examples

  • The catcher made a good throw to second base.
  • I risked my fortune on a throw of the dice.

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