Pronunciation: [hˈɜːlz] (IPA) 
The word "hurls" is spelled with a silent "h" followed by the vowel sound "ur" as in "burn" or "turn." This is then followed by the consonant sound "l" and the ending "s" indicating pluralization. The IPA phonetic transcription for "hurls" is /hɜːls/ with the "h" being a voiceless glottal fricative, "ɜː" representing the "ur" sound, "l" being an alveolar lateral approximant, and "s" indicating the plural form of the word.
Hurls is a verb that refers to the action of throwing something with force or violence. It involves propelling an object through the air forcefully, often in a quick and vigorous manner. This action typically involves the use of one's arm or hands to exert significant strength, aiming to propel the object to a certain destination.
The term "hurls" can be used in various contexts. It may describe the act of throwing a ball in sports such as baseball or basketball, where athletes commonly hurl the ball towards a specific target, such as a teammate or a goal. Additionally, it can refer to throwing objects in a more aggressive manner, expressing anger or frustration.
More figuratively, "hurls" can also be utilized to describe the forceful or vehement expression of words or criticisms. In this context, it suggests a vigorous verbal attack or the act of passionately expressing one's thoughts or feelings. For instance, someone might "hurl insults" or "hurl accusations" towards another person during an argument or dispute.
Overall, the act of hurling entails forcefully throwing an object or expressing oneself with great intensity. Whether in a physical or verbal sense, the term "hurls" conveys a strong and forceful action, indicating an energetic release of something from one's possession or self.
The word "hurls" has two distinct etymologies depending on its usage:
1. "Hurls" as a verb meaning to throw forcefully or with great strength comes from Middle English "hurle" or "hurly", which in turn is derived from Old French "hurler" meaning to cry out or howl. This Old French word, in turn, originates from Frankish "hullōn" meaning to shout or yell.
2. "Hurls" as a noun referring to the sport of hurling, mainly played in Ireland, has a different etymology. It comes from the Irish word "iomaire" meaning a long hammer-headed stick, which evolved into Old Irish "irar" and later Irish "iorar". This stick or club was used to hit a small ball called a "sliotar".
