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shape vs throw

throw vs shape

shape and throw both are nouns.

shape and throw both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
shape Yes No Yes No
throw Yes No Yes No
As verbs, throw is a hyponym of shape; that is, throw is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than shape:
  • shape: make something, usually for a specific function
  • throw: make on a potter's wheel
Other hyponyms of shape include carve, swage, upset, chip, layer, cut out, machine, grind, stamp, puddle, beat, preform, preform, mound, hill, roughcast, remold, reshape, sinter, cast, mold, mould, coil, hand-build, handbuild, sculpt, sculpture, model, mold, mould.
shape (noun) throw (noun)
the spatial arrangement of something as distinct from its substance the act of throwing (propelling something with a rapid movement of the arm and wrist)
any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline) casting an object in order to determine an outcome randomly
the visual appearance of something or someone bedclothes consisting of a lightweight cloth covering (an afghan or bedspread) that is casually thrown over something
alternative names for the body of a human being the maximum movement available to a pivoted or reciprocating piece by a cam
a perceptual structure a single chance or instance
a concrete representation of an otherwise nebulous concept
the state of (good) health (especially in the phrases `in condition' or `in shape' or `out of condition' or `out of shape')
shape (verb) throw (verb)
give shape or form to be confusing or perplexing to; cause to be unable to think clearly
shape or influence; give direction to convey or communicate; of a smile, a look, a physical gesture
make something, usually for a specific function 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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