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tossing

The correct spelling is tossing.

How to pronounce tossing

verb

Say it like: Tos-sin-g

The correct spelling is tossing. To throw with an initial upward direction. For example: "Toss it over here!"

Usage Examples

Toss it over here!

to toss the head

I'll toss you for it.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To throw with an initial upward direction.
  2. 2.To lift with a sudden or violent motion.
  3. 3.To agitate; to make restless.
  4. 4.To subject to trials; to harass.
  5. 5.To flip a coin, to decide a point of contention.

noun

  1. 1.The motion of something that tosses; a throwing or sudden rising and falling.
  2. 2.The process of washing ores by violent agitation in water, in order to separate the lighter or earthy particles; tozing.
  3. 3.A process for refining tin by dropping it through the air while melted.

adjective

  1. 1.Used to disparage or curse someone or something.

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