What is the meaning of throw book at him in idiom?

The idiom "throw the book at him" doesn't literally involve throwing a book. It means to give someone the maximum possible punishment or penalty.

Here's a breakdown:

* "Throw the book" refers to the practice of applying all the rules and regulations in a book (like a law book) to a situation.

* "At him" indicates the person who is being punished.

Example:

* "The judge decided to throw the book at the defendant for his crimes, giving him the maximum sentence."

Similar Idioms:

* "Give someone the full treatment"

* "Go all out"

* "Leave no stone unturned"

In essence, "throw the book at him" implies a severe and uncompromising response to someone's actions.