verb
upthrow
Upthrow (verb) means to throw or cast upwards.
verb
1
To throw or cast upwards.
2
To throw up (a mass of material) from below, causing a fault.
3
To be thrown up from below, causing a fault.
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Etymology
From Middle English upthrowen, equivalent to up- + throw.
Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of upthrow?
"upthrow" (verb) means to throw or cast upwards.
What are the different meanings of upthrow?
"upthrow" has 3 main meanings: 1. To throw or cast upwards; 2. To throw up (a mass of material) from below, causing a fault; 3. To be thrown up from below, causing a fault.