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Definition of hurl

hurl

/hɜːrl/
hurl
Plural:hurls
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Past Simple:hurled
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Past Participle:hurled
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Present Participle:hurling
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hurl Lexical Profile

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• verb

1

To throw or propel an object with great force.

Example

"The pitcher managed to hurl the baseball across home plate at nearly one hundred miles per hour."

2

To utter or direct insults, accusations, or abuse vehemently.

Example

"The frustrated protesters began to hurl accusations at the committee members during the hearing."

3

North American To vomit (slang).

Example

"The turbulent boat ride across the bay made several passengers feel like they were about to hurl."

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• noun

1

A forceful or violent throw or cast.

Example

"With one mighty hurl, the athlete sent the discus across the field."

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• Rhymes for hurl

• Nearby Words

hurdle
hurdler
hurdy-gurdy
hurl
hurler
hurling
huron

Word Origin & Etymology

Originating in Middle English as 'hurlen' (meaning to rush violently or collide), the word is likely of imitative origin, cognate with Low German 'hurreln' (to toss or blow in gusts).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Hurl. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/hurl
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