Crossword answer · 4 letters
Toss definition and meaning
taws · verb; noun
TOSS
What does Toss mean?
To toss is to throw lightly, turn something about, or discard it. A toss can be a short throw or a coin flip.
What does TOSS mean in a crossword?
TOSS answers the reviewed clue “Gently throw.” The base-form verb and manner adverb require another base-form verb with a light-motion sense.
Why is TOSS useful to learn?
“Toss the ball” describes throwing; “toss the salad” means turn its ingredients together. The object selects the action.
Common clue patterns
- Throw lightly
- Mix by turning over
- Discard, with out
These are editorially written pattern summaries, not a reproduced puzzle archive.
Other meanings to watch
Toss out can mean discard or reject, while toss and turn describes restless movement. It does not always imply a gentle throw.