noun
Meaning 1
Alternative form of throw-in.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: alt-of, alternative
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Phrase guide
throw in
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verb
Meaning 2
Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see throw, in.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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verb
Meaning 3
To add something extra free of charge.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: informal, transitive
Examples
- If you take the large size, we'll throw in a set of tea towels.
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verb
Meaning 4
To include in a calculation.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: informal, transitive
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verb
Meaning 5
To quit, to fold.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: idiomatic
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verb
Meaning 6
To inject, as a fluid.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: archaic, transitive
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verb
Meaning 7
to insert between other elements
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
Examples
- She interjected clever remarks
Meaning relationships
Synonyms: interject, come in, interpose, put in, inject
Antonyms: none provided
Broader terms: interrupt, disrupt, break up, cut off
verb
Meaning 8
give up in the face of defeat of lacking hope; admit defeat
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
Examples
- In the second round, the challenger gave up
Meaning relationships
Synonyms: drop out, give up, fall by the wayside, drop by the wayside, throw in the towel, quit, chuck up the sponge
Antonyms: none provided
verb
Meaning 9
add as an extra or as a gratuity
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Broader terms: lend, impart, bestow, contribute, add, bring
History
Etymology
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