thrower
nounUK /ˈθrəʊ.ər/
US /ˈθroʊ.ɚ/
A thrower is a person who throws something.
The thrower tossed the ball across the field.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A device or machine that throws or launches objects.
The clay pigeon thrower launched the targets into the air.
3. A person who shapes pottery on a potter's wheel.
The potter is a skilled thrower of clay bowls.
4. In sports, an athlete who competes in throwing events like shot put or javelin.
The thrower won a medal in the javelin competition.