Device and Throwing stick

Device noun - A clever often underhanded means to achieve an end.

Throwing stick and device are semantically related. In some cases you can replace phrase "Throwing stick" with "Device", this terms are similar.

Throwing stick noun - A device resembling a sling that is used in various primitive societies to propel a dart or spear.

Device and throwing stick are semantically related. You can use "Device" instead a noun phrase "Throwing stick".