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Definition throw back in British English

throw back phrasal verb

[transitive] phrasal verb
1

to push the covers on a bed away from you quickly, for example before you get out of bed

Example

She threw back the duvet and jumped up.

Synonyms and related words
uncover strip away strip
2

to drink something quickly, usually swallowing it all at once

Example

He poured himself another whisky and threw it back before speaking.

Synonyms and related words
choke down chug down
Definition throw back in British English