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deliver vs throw

throw vs deliver

deliver is not a noun while throw is a noun.

deliver and throw both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
deliver No No Yes No
throw Yes No Yes No
As verbs, throw is a hypernym of deliver; that is, throw is a word with a broader meaning than deliver:
  • deliver: throw or hurl from the mound to the batter, as in baseball
  • throw: propel through the air
deliver (noun) throw (noun)
the act of throwing (propelling something with a rapid movement of the arm and wrist)
casting an object in order to determine an outcome randomly
bedclothes consisting of a lightweight cloth covering (an afghan or bedspread) that is casually thrown over something
the maximum movement available to a pivoted or reciprocating piece by a cam
a single chance or instance
deliver (verb) throw (verb)
cause to be born be confusing or perplexing to; cause to be unable to think clearly
deliver (a speech, oration, or idea) convey or communicate; of a smile, a look, a physical gesture
pass down utter with force; utter vehemently
utter (an exclamation, noise, etc.) propel through the air
bring to a destination, make a delivery cause to go on or to be engaged or set in operation
throw or hurl from the mound to the batter, as in baseball place or put with great energy
to surrender someone or something to another cause to fall off
relinquish possession or control over to remove
carry out or perform throw (a die) out onto a flat surface
hand over to the authorities of another country make on a potter's wheel
free from harm or evil put or send forth
save from sins organize or be responsible for
cause to be confused emotionally
move violently, energetically, or carelessly
to put into a state or activity hastily, suddenly, or carelessly
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