English Explanatory Dictionary

throwaway

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adj
  1. Disposable; intended for a single use prior to being discarded.
  2. Extemporaneous; off the cuff.
  3. Given in a casual manner, either deliberately or unconsciously, with apparent disregard for effect.
noun
  1. Something temporary and disposable, as:
  2. Any printed material that need not be kept after being read; especially, a flyer or brochure.
  3. A burner account.

Word forms

throwaway throwaways

Etymology

Deverbal from throw away.

Synonyms

single-use disposable

Derived words

throwaway ticketing
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