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Meaning ofthrow upin English

throw up

Definitions

Verb
1. to vomit; expel stomach contents
  After eating the spoiled food, she started to throw up.
2. to abandon or give up something; quit suddenly
  The company will throw up a temporary office building.
3. to reveal or produce something new
  The new policy may throw up some unexpected challenges.
4. to erect something quickly; build hastily
  She decided to throw up her unsuccessful business venture.
5. to enlarge or project an image; magnify
  The projector will throw up a large image on the screen.
6. to emphasize or highlight something; give prominence
  The tour guide tried to throw up the importance of the historical landmark.
Interjection
1. an expression of frustration or dismissal
  Ugh, throw up your hands and let's just forget about this idea!