Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
throwing
verb (gerund/present participle)
/ˈθroʊ.ɪŋ/
Definition
the act of propelling something with force through the air by a movement of the arm and hand.
Examples
- She is throwing a ball to her dog.
- The athlete is throwing the javelin for the competition.
- Throwing stones at a target can improve your aim.
Meaning
Throwing refers to the physical action of sending an object into the air or toward a specific direction using your arm.
Synonyms
- casting
- flinging
- hurling
