Meaning of the word "throw out" in English

What does "throw out" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

throw out

US /θroʊ aʊt/

UK /θroʊ aʊt/

to discard something; to get rid of something that is no longer wanted or needed

Example:

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Please throw out the old newspapers.

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I need to throw out these expired groceries.

Synonym:

discard dispose of get rid of jettison toss out

to expel or dismiss someone from a place or position, often forcefully

Example:

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The bouncer had to throw out the unruly customer.

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He was thrown out of the club for fighting.

Synonym:

expel eject oust dismiss banish

to produce or emit something, often unexpectedly or in large quantities

Example:

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The old engine started to throw out a lot of smoke.

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The new factory will throw out a lot of jobs.

Synonym:

emit produce discharge exude generate

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