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lanzar — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • cast verb To throw something, especially with some force or intent.
  • dash verb To run or move quickly, usually for a short distance.
  • deal noun An agreement or arrangement between parties, especially a business one.
  • fling verb To throw something suddenly and with force.
  • hurl verb To throw something with great force.
  • launch verb To send something (a rocket, ship, or projectile) into motion, often forcefully.
  • pitch noun A persuasive presentation intended to sell or promote something.
  • release verb To set free or allow to leave, especially from captivity or confinement.
  • shy adj Nervous or uncomfortable around other people; reluctant to draw attention to oneself.
  • sling verb To throw something with a swinging or arcing motion.
  • throw verb To send an object through the air using force from your hand or arm.
  • toss verb To throw something lightly or carelessly, usually with an upward motion.

Senses

lanzar is used for these senses in English:

  • cast To perform, bring forth (a magical spell or enchantment).
  • cast (Wicca) To open a circle in order to begin a spell or meeting of witches.
  • dash (transitive) To throw violently.
  • deal (baseball) To pitch.
  • fling (transitive) To throw with violence or quick movement; to hurl.
  • get out (transitive) To publish or make available; to disseminate.
  • hurl (transitive) To throw (something) with force.
  • launch (transitive) To throw (a projectile such as a lance, dart or ball); to hurl; to propel with force.

cast — full definition

  1. verb To throw something, especially with some force or intent.
  2. verb To choose actors for the roles in a play, film, or show.
  3. verb To shape a liquid material, especially molten metal, by pouring it into a mould.
  4. noun The group of actors performing in a play, film, or show.
  5. noun A rigid support, often plaster, used to hold a broken bone in place while it heals.

dash — full definition

  1. verb To run or move quickly, usually for a short distance.
  2. verb To destroy or ruin something, especially hopes or plans.
  3. noun A short horizontal line used in punctuation, or a small added amount of something.

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