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pop vs throw

throw vs pop

pop and throw both are nouns.

pop is an adjective but throw is not an adjective.

pop and throw both are verbs.

pop is an adverb but throw is not an adverb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
pop Yes Yes Yes Yes
throw Yes No Yes No
As verbs, throw is a hypernym of pop; that is, throw is a word with a broader meaning than pop:
  • pop: put or thrust suddenly and forcefully
  • throw: place or put with great energy
Other hypernyms of pop include thrust.
pop (noun) throw (noun)
music of general appeal to teenagers; a bland watered-down version of rock'n'roll with more rhythm and harmony and an emphasis on romantic love the act of throwing (propelling something with a rapid movement of the arm and wrist)
a sharp explosive sound as from a gunshot or drawing a cork casting an object in order to determine an outcome randomly
a sweet drink containing carbonated water and flavoring bedclothes consisting of a lightweight cloth covering (an afghan or bedspread) that is casually thrown over something
an informal term for a father; probably derived from baby talk the maximum movement available to a pivoted or reciprocating piece by a cam
a single chance or instance
pop (adjective) throw (adjective)
(of music or art) new and of general appeal (especially among young people)
pop (verb) throw (verb)
burst open with a sharp, explosive sound be confusing or perplexing to; cause to be unable to think clearly
cause to burst with a loud, explosive sound convey or communicate; of a smile, a look, a physical gesture
fire a weapon with a loud explosive noise utter with force; utter vehemently
take drugs, especially orally propel through the air
drink down entirely cause to go on or to be engaged or set in operation
hit a pop-fly place or put with great energy
put or thrust suddenly and forcefully cause to fall off
hit or strike to remove
release suddenly throw (a die) out onto a flat surface
bulge outward make on a potter's wheel
make a sharp explosive noise put or send forth
appear suddenly or unexpectedly; happen unexpectedly organize or be responsible for
cause to make a sharp explosive sound cause to be confused emotionally
move violently, energetically, or carelessly
to put into a state or activity hastily, suddenly, or carelessly
pop (adverb) throw (adverb)
like a pop or with a pop
Difference between pop and throw

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