throw

noun

1.
the act of throwing (propelling something with a rapid movement of the arm and wrist)
Derived from:
throw
2.
a single chance or instance
3.
the maximum movement available to a pivoted or reciprocating piece by a cam
4.
bedclothes consisting of a lightweight cloth covering (an afghan or bedspread) that is casually thrown over something
Derived from:
throw
5.
casting an object in order to determine an outcome randomly