Meaning Of The Word Throw off

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What's The Definition Of Throw off?

throw off
phrasal verb: If something throws off a substance, it produces it and releases it into the air.
phrasal verb: If you throw off something that is restricting you or making you unhappy, you get rid of it.

throw off in American English
to free oneself of; cast aside
to rid oneself of; cast off

throw off in British English
to free oneself of; discard

throw-off in British English
noun: (in handball) the first throw taken at the beginning of a game, after every goal, and after halftime

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