Noun Definition

throw

1.Definition: a single chance or instance

"He couldn't afford $50 a throw"

Category: General

2.Definition: bedclothes consisting of a lightweight cloth covering (an afghan or bedspread) that is casually thrown over something

Category: Objects

3.Definition: casting an object in order to determine an outcome randomly

"He risked his fortune on a throw of the dice"

Category: General

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

"The catcher made a good throw to second base"

Category: General

5.Definition: the maximum movement available to a pivoted or reciprocating piece by a cam

Related Noun(s):stroke

Category: General