pickthrow to the wolves . throw to the wolves or throw one to the wolves or leave one to the wolves {v. phr.} 1. To abandon or deliver to destruction. 2. To sacrifice a part to save the rest; to abandon someone to harm. 3. To put sbd. or sth. in a situation where there is nothing to save them. No categories: add yours Subscribe to: SlangEnglish Slang Leave my opinion