Also means
to throw out, to discard
Usage Note
Botar has several meanings that vary by region. In Spain it primarily means 'to launch a vessel' (botar un barco) or 'to bounce a ball'. In Latin America, especially the Caribbean and River Plate, it also commonly means 'to throw away' or 'to fire someone' — senses covered in Spain by tirar or echar. Do not confuse with votar ('to vote'), which sounds nearly identical.
Examples
"Botaron el nuevo barco al agua."
Natural Translation
They launched the new ship into the water.
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