Throwaway: meaning, definitions and examples

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throwaway

 

[ ˈθroʊəˌweɪ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

useless

A throwaway is something that is disposable or easily discarded, often used once and then thrown away.

Synonyms

discardable, disposable, single-use

Examples of usage

  • The plastic cutlery provided with the takeout was just a throwaway.
  • She considered the cheap necklace a throwaway accessory.
Context #2 | Noun

temporary

In internet culture, a throwaway account is a temporary, often anonymous account used for a specific purpose or to remain anonymous.

Synonyms

anonymous, disposable, temporary

Examples of usage

  • He created a throwaway Reddit account to ask a sensitive question.
  • The throwaway email address was used to sign up for the newsletter without revealing personal information.
Context #3 | Noun

unimportant

A throwaway comment is a casual, offhand remark that is not meant to be taken seriously or given much importance.

Synonyms

casual, offhand, unimportant

Examples of usage

  • She made a throwaway comment about the weather, not expecting anyone to pay attention.
  • The throwaway remarks during the meeting were quickly forgotten.

Translations

Translations of the word "throwaway" in other languages:

🇵🇹 descartável

🇮🇳 फेंकने योग्य

🇩🇪 Wegwerfartikel

🇮🇩 sekali pakai

🇺🇦 одноразовий

🇵🇱 jednorazowy

🇯🇵 使い捨て

🇫🇷 jetable

🇪🇸 desechable

🇹🇷 tek kullanımlık

🇰🇷 일회용

🇸🇦 للاستخدام مرة واحدة

🇨🇿 na jedno použití

🇸🇰 na jedno použitie

🇨🇳 一次性

🇸🇮 za enkratno uporabo

🇮🇸 einnota

🇰🇿 бір реттік

🇬🇪 ერთჯერადი

🇦🇿 bir dəfəlik

🇲🇽 desechable

Word origin

The term 'throwaway' originated in the mid-20th century, derived from the verb 'throw away,' which means to discard or get rid of something. The concept of disposability and temporary use is reflected in the various meanings of 'throwaway' in modern language, especially in the context of disposable items, temporary accounts, and casual remarks.

See also: overthrow, throw, throwback, thrower, throwing, underthrow.