throe Synonyms & Antonyms
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Throe as a Noun
A pang, spasm.
(usually plural) A hard struggle.
A tool for splitting wood into shingles; a frow.
Throe as a Verb
To put in agony.
To struggle in extreme pain; to be in agony; to agonize.
Word Forms & Grammar
throe (plural throes)
throe (third-person singular simple present throes, present participle throeing, simple past and past participle throed)
Words That Rhyme With Throe
Origin of Throe
Origin 1: The noun is probably derived partly:[1]
Origin 2: The current spelling of the word is a 16th-century variant of Middle English throu, throwe, perhaps to avoid confusion with throw (“act of turning or twisting; fit of bad temper or peevishness; look of anger, bad temper, irritation, etc., a grimace”).[1]
Origin 3: The verb is derived:[4]
Origin 4: Perhaps a variant of froe.
Throe: Key Facts
| Part of speech | noun, verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /θɹəʊ/ |
| Meaning | A pang, spasm |
| Plural | throes |
| Verb forms | throes, throeing, throed |
Quick Answers About Throe
Is throe a noun or a verb?
Throe is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb.
What is the plural of throe?
The plural of throe is throes.
What is the past tense of throe?
The past tense of throe is throed. The present participle is throeing.