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release vs throw

throw vs release

release and throw both are nouns.

release and throw both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
release Yes No Yes No
throw Yes No Yes No
As verbs, throw is a hyponym of release; that is, throw is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than release:
  • release: let (something) fall or spill from a container
  • throw: throw (a die) out onto a flat surface
Other hyponyms of release include deflate.
release (noun) throw (noun)
activity that frees or expresses creative energy or emotion the act of throwing (propelling something with a rapid movement of the arm and wrist)
the act of liberating someone or something casting an object in order to determine an outcome randomly
the termination of someone's employment (leaving them free to depart) bedclothes consisting of a lightweight cloth covering (an afghan or bedspread) that is casually thrown over something
the act of allowing a fluid to escape the maximum movement available to a pivoted or reciprocating piece by a cam
a formal written statement of relinquishment a single chance or instance
(music) the act or manner of terminating a musical phrase or tone
merchandise issued for sale or public showing (especially a record or film)
a device that when pressed will release part of a mechanism
an announcement distributed to members of the press in order to supplement or replace an oral presentation
a legal document evidencing the discharge of a debt or obligation
euphemistic expressions for death
a process that liberates or discharges something
release (verb) throw (verb)
generate and separate from cells or bodily fluids be confusing or perplexing to; cause to be unable to think clearly
eliminate (a substance) convey or communicate; of a smile, a look, a physical gesture
make (assets) available utter with force; utter vehemently
prepare and issue for public distribution or sale propel through the air
release, as from one's grip cause to go on or to be engaged or set in operation
let (something) fall or spill from a container place or put with great energy
release (gas or energy) as a result of a chemical reaction or physical decomposition cause to fall off
part with a possession or right to remove
grant freedom to; free from confinement throw (a die) out onto a flat surface
make (information) available for publication 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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