turn on vs throw

throw vs turn on

turn on is not a noun while throw is a noun.

turn on and throw both are verbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
turn on	No	No	Yes	No
throw	Yes	No	Yes	No

As verbs, throw is a hypernym of turn on; that is, throw is a word with a broader meaning than turn on:

turn on: cause to operate by flipping a switch
throw: cause to go on or to be engaged or set in operation

Other hypernyms of turn on include flip, switch.

turn on (noun)	throw (noun)
	the act of throwing (propelling something with a rapid movement of the arm and wrist)
	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

turn on (verb)	throw (verb)
become hostile towards	be confusing or perplexing to; cause to be unable to think clearly
get high, stoned, or drugged	convey or communicate; of a smile, a look, a physical gesture
cause to operate by flipping a switch	utter with force; utter vehemently
to evoke sexual feelings	propel through the air
cause to be agitated, excited, or roused	cause to go on or to be engaged or set in operation
produce suddenly or automatically	place or put with great energy
be contingent on	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

Difference between turn on and throw

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