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King James Bible

Strongs Number: G4496


Greek Word
ῥίπτω
Transliteration
rhiptō̄
Phonetic
hrip'-to
Part of Speech
Verb
Strongs Definition

to fling (properly with a quick toss thus differing from G906 which denotes a deliberate hurl; and from τείνω teinō (see in G1614) which indicates an extended projection); by qualification to deposit (as if a load); by extension to disperse

Thayers Definition

1. to cast, throw

2. throw down

3. to cast forward or before

4. to set down (with the suggestion of haste and want of care)

5. to throw to the ground, prostrate

Origin
A primary verb (perhaps rather akin to the base of G4474 through the idea of sudden motion)
Bible Usage
cast (down out) scatter abroad throw.