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set vs throw

throw vs set

set and throw both are nouns.

set is an adjective but throw is not an adjective.

set and throw both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
set Yes Yes Yes No
throw Yes No Yes No
As verbs, throw is a hyponym of set; that is, throw is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than set:
  • set: put into a certain place or abstract location
  • throw: place or put with great energy
set (noun) throw (noun)
several exercises intended to be done in series the act of throwing (propelling something with a rapid movement of the arm and wrist)
the act of putting something in position casting an object in order to determine an outcome randomly
representation consisting of the scenery and other properties used to identify the location of a dramatic production bedclothes consisting of a lightweight cloth covering (an afghan or bedspread) that is casually thrown over something
any electronic equipment that receives or transmits radio or tv signals the maximum movement available to a pivoted or reciprocating piece by a cam
(psychology) being temporarily ready to respond in a particular way a single chance or instance
a relatively permanent inclination to react in a particular way
the descent of a heavenly body below the horizon
a group of things of the same kind that belong together and are so used
an unofficial association of people or groups
(mathematics) an abstract collection of numbers or symbols
the process of becoming hard or solid by cooling or drying or crystallization
a unit of play in tennis or squash
set (adjective) throw (adjective)
set down according to a plan
being below the horizon
converted to solid form (as concrete)
fixed and unmoving
(usually followed by `to' or `for') on the point of or strongly disposed
situated in a particular spot or position
determined or decided upon as by an authority
set (verb) throw (verb)
arrange attractively be confusing or perplexing to; cause to be unable to think clearly
produce fruit convey or communicate; of a smile, a look, a physical gesture
alter or regulate so as to achieve accuracy or conform to a standard utter with force; utter vehemently
put into a certain state; cause to be in a certain state propel through the air
set to a certain position or cause to operate correctly cause to go on or to be engaged or set in operation
equip with sails or masts place or put with great energy
become gelatinous cause to fall off
make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc to remove
get ready for a particular purpose or event throw (a die) out onto a flat surface
fix conclusively or authoritatively make on a potter's wheel
estimate put or send forth
decide upon or fix definitely organize or be responsible for
establish as the highest level or best performance cause to be confused emotionally
urge to attack someone move violently, energetically, or carelessly
put into a certain place or abstract location to put into a state or activity hastily, suddenly, or carelessly
fix in a border
give a fine, sharp edge to a knife or razor
insert (a nail or screw below the surface, as into a countersink)
put or set (seeds, seedlings, or plants) into the ground
put into a position that will restore a normal state
adapt for performance in a different way
locate
set in type
apply or start
disappear beyond the horizon
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