Definitions
There are 20 meanings of the word
Threw.
How to pronounce threw:
US
Threw - as a noun
The act of throwing (propelling something with a rapid movement of the arm and wrist)
Example: "The catcher made a good throw to second base"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
actuationpropulsionHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A single chance or instance
Example: "He couldn't afford $50 a throw"
The maximum movement available to a pivoted or reciprocating piece by a cam
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
cam strokeHypernyms (Closely Related)
motionmovementHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Bedclothes consisting of a lightweight cloth covering (an afghan or bedspread) that is casually thrown over something
Threw - as a verb
Propel through the air
Example: "Throw a frisbee"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
impelpropelHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Move violently, energetically, or carelessly
Example: "She threw herself forwards"
To remove
Example: "He shed his image as a pushy boss"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
castdropshake offshedthrow awaythrow offHypernyms (Closely Related)
removetakewithdrawHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Place or put with great energy
Example: "She threw the blanket around the child"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
layplaceposepositionputsetHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Convey or communicate; of a smile, a look, a physical gesture
Example: "Throw a glance"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
giveCause to go on or to be engaged or set in operation
Example: "Switch on the light"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
flipswitchHypernyms (Closely Related)
engagelockmeshoperateHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Put or send forth
Example: "She threw the flashlight beam into the corner"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
castcontriveprojectHypernyms (Closely Related)
directsendHyponyms (Broadly Related)
To put into a state or activity hastily, suddenly, or carelessly
Example: "Jane threw dinner together"
Organize or be responsible for
Example: "Hold a reception"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
givehaveholdmakeMake on a potter's wheel
Example: "She threw a beautiful teapot"
Cause to fall off
Example: "The horse threw its inexperienced rider"
Throw (a die) out onto a flat surface
Example: "Throw a six"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
releaseturnHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"He threw the ball to his teammate."
"She threw her paper in the recycle bin."
"They threw a surprise party for their friend."
"The pitcher threw a perfect strike."
"He angrily threw his phone against the wall."
Word Game Points
Is THREW a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, threw is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
THREW has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is THREW a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, threw is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordTHREW has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.
Is THREW a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, threw is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordTHREW has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
