throwster en · NOUN
Etymology
From Middle English throwesters pl; equivalent to throw + -ster.
Meanings
- (obsolete) One who twists or spins silk to prepare it for weaving.
- (obsolete) A gambler; one who throws dice in gambling.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| throwsters | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Synonyms
thrower (one who twists silk)