tossed
v. B1 Intermediate US //ˈtɔst// UK //tˈɒst// tossed
v. to throw something lightly or carelessly. You also use this word when you mix food like a salad by turning the pieces over many times.
v. to throw something lightly, easily, or casually; to move or lift with a sudden motion. In culinary contexts, it describes mixing ingredients by gently turning them over repeatedly.
She tossed the keys to him across the room.
The chef tossed the salad with a light vinaigrette just before serving it to the guests.
The small boat was tossed about by the violent waves, making it nearly impossible for the crew to maintain their course toward the harbor.
Usage
The verb is transitive and takes a direct object.