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lob vs throw

throw vs lob

lob and throw both are nouns.

lob and throw both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
lob Yes No Yes No
throw Yes No Yes No
As verbs, throw is a hypernym of lob; that is, throw is a word with a broader meaning than lob:
  • lob: propel in a high arc
  • throw: propel through the air
lob (noun) throw (noun)
the act of propelling something (as a ball or shell etc.) in a high arc the act of throwing (propelling something with a rapid movement of the arm and wrist)
an easy return of a tennis ball in a high arc 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
lob (verb) throw (verb)
propel in a high arc be confusing or perplexing to; cause to be unable to think clearly
convey or communicate; of a smile, a look, a physical gesture
utter with force; utter vehemently
propel through the air
cause to go on or to be engaged or set in operation
place or put with great energy
cause to fall off
to remove
throw (a die) out onto a flat surface
make on a potter's wheel
put or send forth
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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