throw on

phrasal verb

Definition of throw on

1 : to quickly put on (a piece of clothing) She threw on her coat and ran out the door. Let me throw some shoes on.

2 : to cause (something) to work by moving a switch He threw on the lights.

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Dictionary Entries near throw on

throw money around

throw one's hands up (in the air)

throw oneself at (someone)

throw oneself into

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