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    Lanzan (en. They throw)

    /lanˈθan/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    To throw or hurl something with force.
    They throw the dice before starting the game.
    Ellos lanzan los dados antes de comenzar el juego.
    To put a projectile in motion.
    The engineers launch the rocket from the platform.
    Los ingenieros lanzan el cohete desde la plataforma.
    To initiate an activity or campaign.
    The company launches a new promotion program.
    La empresa lanzan un nuevo programa de promoción.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'lanceare', which means to throw or launch.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to throw in the towel
    To give up on someone, to surrender.
    lanzar la toalla
    to let out a scream
    To express something with great force or emotion.
    lanzar un grito
    to give a warning
    To send a message to someone about a situation.
    lanzar un aviso

    Related Words

    launch
    Action of throwing something.
    lanzamiento
    launcher
    Person or device that throws something.
    lanzador
    Lanzarote
    Volcanic origin island in the Canary archipelago.
    lanzarote

    Slang Meanings

    To throw or toss something carelessly.
    Don't throw your bottle on the ground!
    ¡No lances tu botella al suelo!
    To publish or announce something informally.
    I'm going to spread a rumor about the new project.
    Voy a lanzar un rumor sobre el nuevo proyecto.