throws
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Is throws a Scrabble word?
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- Scrabble US/Canada (OTCWL) Yes
- Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) Yes
- Wordle No
- Words With Friends Yes
What is the meaning of throws?
Definition
noun (English)
1. the act of throwing (propelling something with a rapid movement of the arm and wrist)Examples: "the catcher made a good throw to second base"Synonyms: throw
2. a single chance or instanceExamples: "he couldn't afford $50 a throw"Synonyms: throw
3. the maximum movement available to a pivoted or reciprocating piece by a camSynonyms: cam stroke, stroke, throw
4. bedclothes consisting of a lightweight cloth covering (an afghan or bedspread) that is casually thrown over somethingSynonyms: throw
5. casting an object in order to determine an outcome randomlyExamples: "he risked his fortune on a throw of the dice"Synonyms: throw
verb (English)
1. propel through the airExamples: "throw a frisbee"Synonyms: throw
2. move violently, energetically, or carelesslyExamples: "She threw herself forwards"Synonyms: throw
3. get rid ofExamples: "he shed his image as a pushy boss"; "shed your clothes"Synonyms: cast, cast off, drop, shake off, shed, throw, throw away, throw off
4. place or put with great energyExamples: "She threw the blanket around the child"; "thrust the money in the hands of the beggar"Synonyms: throw, thrust
5. convey or communicate; of a smile, a look, a physical gestureExamples: "Throw a glance"; "She gave me a dirty look"Synonyms: give, throw
6. cause to go on or to be engaged or set in operationExamples: "switch on the light"; "throw the lever"Synonyms: flip, switch, throw
Definition source: Wiktionary