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Meaning of throw away

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

throw away

Pronunciation:

verb

Definitions

  1. To discard (trash, garbage, or the like), to toss out, to put in the trash, to dispose of.

    Example: Don't throw the newspaper away, it goes in the recycle bin!

  2. To waste, to squander.

    Example: The team threw away its chance at the semifinals.

  3. To intentionally throw an incomplete pass.

  4. To give lightly, in an offhand manner.