verb
hurl
To throw something with great force.
She hurls a heavy stone across the empty field.
Etymology
The older verb concerns rushing, tossing, or throwing violently. The modern sense retains forceful movement, especially sending an object through the air with great effort.
More examples
- The storm hurled debris against the windows.
- He is hurling snowballs at the fence.
- Angry fans hurl insults at the referee.
Forms
hurl · hurls · hurled · hurling