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Meaning of throw up
The primary meaning of "throw up" is to vomit or expel food or liquid from the stomach.
Etymology of throw up
The phrase "throw up" originated in the 15th century, derived from the Old English words "thrÅwan" (to throw) and "up" (in an upward direction)
Initially, it meant to throw something upward, but over time, its meaning expanded to include the act of vomiting or expelling food or liquid from the stomach
Synonyms
Definitions
- To expel food or liquid from the stomach, typically in a violent or involuntary manner
- * To feel sick or queasy, often due to a physical or emotional condition
- * To give up or abandon something, such as a job or a task
Usage Examples
- After eating the spoiled food, she had to throw up
- * He felt so nauseous that he had to throw up during the boat ride
- * The company had to throw up its plans due to the economic downturn