tossing
v. B1 Intermediate US //ˈtɔsɪŋ// UK //tˈɒsɪŋ// toss·ing
v. to throw something lightly or carelessly. You often use this when you move something with a quick, easy motion.
v. to throw something with a light, casual, or careless motion. Often used in the context of food preparation or restless movement.
She is tossing the ball to her dog.
After tossing the salad with olive oil and lemon, he served it to the guests.
The athlete spent the afternoon tossing the javelin across the field, focusing more on his form and release than on achieving maximum distance.
Usage
The verb is transitive when throwing an object, but can be intransitive when describing restless movement ('tossing and turning').