C1verb 2K

Toss

🇬🇧 UK /["/tɒs/","/ˈtɒsɪz/","/tɒst/","/ˈtɒsɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/tɔːs/","/ˈtɔːsɪz/","/tɔːst/","/ˈtɔːsɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Toss

to throw something lightly or carelessly

In simple words: To throw something lightly.

Toss in a sentence

• She decided to toss the old clothes into the donation bin.
• The chef taught us how to toss a salad properly to combine all the ingredients.
• He gave a light toss of the coin before calling heads or tails.
• During the game, the players toss the ball back and forth quickly.
• The sea made the small boat toss violently in the storm.
• She tossed her hair over her shoulder with a confident smile.

How to use Toss

Use 'toss' when you mean to throw something casually or without much force. It's suitable in informal contexts but can also be used neutrally. Avoid in very formal writing.

Grammar pattern

toss + object

Memory hint

Toss sounds like 'lost' — imagine losing a ball by tossing it away.

Related words

Collocations with Toss

• carelessly
• casually
• unceremoniously
• into
• out of
• to
• carelessly
• casually
• unceremoniously
• into
• out of
• to
• restlessly
• about
• around
• toss and turn
• gently
• lightly
• well
• in

Synonyms for Toss

• throw
• fling
• pitch
• cast
• hurl

Opposites of Toss

• catch
• hold
• retain

Common mistakes with Toss

• 'Toss' used incorrectly as a noun instead of a verb.
• Confusing 'toss' with 'throw' and using it in inappropriate contexts.
• Using 'toss' only in sports contexts.

Frequently asked questions about Toss

What does Toss mean?

To throw something lightly.

What is the definition of Toss?

to throw something lightly or carelessly

How do you use Toss in a sentence?

She decided to toss the old clothes into the donation bin.

Can you give another example of Toss?

The chef taught us how to toss a salad properly to combine all the ingredients.

What are synonyms for Toss?

Common alternatives include throw, fling, pitch, cast, hurl.

What is the opposite of Toss?

Opposite meanings include catch, hold, retain.

What words go with Toss?

It commonly pairs with carelessly, casually, unceremoniously, into, out of, to, carelessly, casually, unceremoniously, into, out of, to, restlessly, about, around, toss and turn, gently, lightly, well, in.

What are common mistakes when using Toss?

'Toss' used incorrectly as a noun instead of a verb. Confusing 'toss' with 'throw' and using it in inappropriate contexts. Using 'toss' only in sports contexts.

How do you pronounce Toss?

US: /["/tɔːs/","/ˈtɔːsɪz/","/tɔːst/","/ˈtɔːsɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/tɒs/","/ˈtɒsɪz/","/tɒst/","/ˈtɒsɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Toss?

Use 'toss' when you mean to throw something casually or without much force. It's suitable in informal contexts but can also be used neutrally. Avoid in very formal writing.

What CEFR level is Toss?

"Toss" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.