English dictionary
blow
/bl/oU/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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a powerful stroke with the fist or a weapon
ExamplesA blow on the head.
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an impact (as from a collision)
Synonyms bumpSource: WordNet 3.0
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an unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes; something that is thwarting or frustrating
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an unpleasant or disappointing surprise
Synonyms shockSource: WordNet 3.0
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a strong current of air
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street names for cocaine
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forceful exhalation through the nose or mouth
ExamplesHe gave his nose a loud blow.
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A blossom; a flower; also, a state of blossoming; a mass of blossoms.
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A forcible stroke with the hand, fist, or some instrument, as a rod, a club, an ax, or a sword.
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A blowing, esp., a violent blowing of the wind; a gale; as, a heavy <i>blow</i> came on, and the ship put back to port.
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verb
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exhale hard
ExamplesBlow on the soup to cool it down.
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be blowing or storming
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free of obstruction by blowing air through
ExamplesBlow one's nose.
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be in motion due to some air or water current
ExamplesThe leaves were blowing in the wind.
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make a sound as if blown
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shape by blowing
ExamplesBlow a glass vase.
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make a mess of, destroy or ruin
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spend thoughtlessly; throw away
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spend lavishly or wastefully on
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sound by having air expelled through a tube
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play or sound a wind instrument
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provide sexual gratification through oral stimulation
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cause air to go in, on, or through
ExamplesBlow my hair dry.
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cause to move by means of an air current
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spout moist air from the blowhole
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leave; informal or rude
ExamplesBlow now!
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lay eggs
ExamplesCertain insects are said to blow.
Synonyms laySource: WordNet 3.0
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cause to be revealed and jeopardized
ExamplesThe double agent was blown by the other side.
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show off
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allow to regain its breath
ExamplesBlow a horse.
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melt, break, or become otherwise unusable
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burst suddenly
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To flower; to blossom; to bloom.
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To cause to blossom; to put forth (blossoms or flowers).
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To produce a current of air; to move, as air, esp. to move rapidly or with power; as, the wind <i>blows</i>.
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To force a current of air upon with the mouth, or by other means; as, to <i>blow</i> the fire.
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