Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

threw

verb
/θruː/
Definition
the past tense of throw
Examples
  • She threw the ball to her friend.
  • He threw the paper into the trash can.
  • They threw a party to celebrate.
Meaning
to propel something with force through the air using one’s arm and hand.
Synonyms
  • cast
  • fling
  • hurl
  • pitch
  • propel