Throw (Noun)

Meaning ¹

Casting an object in order to determine an outcome randomly; "he risked his fortune on a throw of the dice".

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Hypernyms

• Gaming
• Play

Hyponyms

• Toss
• Roll

Meaning ²

The maximum movement available to a pivoted or reciprocating piece by a cam.

Classification

Nouns denoting natural events.

Synonyms

• Stroke
• Cam Stroke

Hypernyms

• Motion

Meaning ³

A single chance or instance; "he couldn't afford $50 a throw".

Classification

Nouns denoting natural processes.

Hypernyms

• Chance

Meaning ⁴

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

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Hypernyms

• Bed Clothing
• Bedding

Related Words

• Throw (verb)

Meaning 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".

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Hypernyms

• Actuation

Hyponyms

• Heaving
• Toss
• Flip
• Cast
• Delivery

Related Words

• Throw (verb)