throw down

verb

Definition of throw down

transitive verb

1 : to cause to fall : overthrow

2 : precipitate

3 : to cast off : discard

4 : to make (a slam dunk) with exceptional force

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Synonyms & Antonyms for throw down

Synonyms

depress, drop, lower, throw

Antonyms

lift, pick up, raise

Examples of throw down in a Sentence

throw down the gun, and put your hands up

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Dictionary Entries near throw down

throw/bring into question

throw down the gauntlet

throw/fling/cast caution to the wind

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The first known use of throw down was in the 14th century

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