tossing

verbnounadjectiveattested in dialogue

The motion of something that tosses; a throwing or sudden rising and falling.

verb

1
Also a form of tosspresent participle and gerund of toss

noun

1
The motion of something that tosses; a throwing or sudden rising and falling.
Starbuck himself was seen coolly and adroitly balancing himself to the jerking tossings of his chip of a craft.
2
The process of washing ores by violent agitation in water, in order to separate the lighter or earthy particles; tozing.
If it is necessary buddle the Tin over again , after it is sifted ( which is the best method for cleansing most sorts of Tin , for there may lie a rough waste , that will not come off by tossing and packing ) then buddle it over again
3
A process for refining tin by dropping it through the air while melted.

adjective

1
Used to disparage or curse someone or something.
I can't get this tossing program to work.

Forms

plural: tossings

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tossing · The motion of something that tosses; a throwing or sudden rising and falling.

total · An amount obtained by the addition of smaller amounts.totally · To the fullest extent or degree.totem · Any natural object or living creature that serves as an…

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