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throw 1. an act or result of throwing dice 2. a. the eccentricity of a cam b. the radial distance between the central axis of a crankshaft and the axis of a crankpin forming part of the shaft 3. a sheet of fabric used for draping over an easel or unfinished painting, etc., to keep the dust off 4. Geology the vertical displacement of rock strata at a fault 5. Physics the deflection of a measuring instrument as a result of a sudden fluctuation throw [thrō] (engineering) The scattering of fragments in a blasting operation. (geology) The vertical component of dip separation on a fault, or generally the amount of vertical displacement on any fault. (mechanical engineering) The maximum diameter of the circle moved by a rotary part. (computer science) How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| In this constantly changing sculpture, the body of the artist was transformed into a colorful landscape of paper snowdrifts-- kickable, throwable, even edible, if you're feeling up to it. The boat-camper must contend with packing not only the gear that can make or break a camping trip, but the necessary boating equipment as well: first-aid kit, flare kit, fire extinguisher and air horn, drinking water or water-purification equipment, basic and emergency rations, rip-stop tape, signal horns, personal and throwable flotation devices, wrenches, screwdrivers, needle and thread, string, shock cord and lashing. Travelers recommends including the following: fire extinguisher, first aid kit, visual distress signal and/or a Coast Guard-approved throwable PFD, such as a life ring or a horseshoe. |
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