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thrower

n.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈθɹoʊɝ// UK //θɹˈəʊɐ// throw·er Archaic Slang

n. a person who is very good at throwing things, like a ball or a stone. It is often used to describe someone who is naturally strong or has a powerful arm.

n. a person who is skilled or naturally talented at throwing objects with force or accuracy. Often used in informal contexts to describe someone with a strong physical build or a powerful throwing motion.


SIMPLE

He is a natural thrower with a very strong arm.

CONTEXTUAL

The coach noticed that the new player was a great thrower, even though he had never played the sport before.

COMPLEX

While many athletes focus on their footwork, a true thrower understands that the power of the pitch comes from the entire body's rotation and the strength of the shoulder.

Synonyms
Origin

From Middle English thrower, equivalent to throw + -er.

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