Blowpipe
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈbloʊˌpaɪp/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Blowpipe is a noun meaning A weapon through which darts may be shot by blowing; a blowgun.
Meaning
A weapon through which darts may be shot by blowing; a blowgun.
More Meanings
- (glassblowing) A long narrow pipe, rotated in the hands, upon which glassware is blown.
- (chemistry) To direct air through a blowpipe.
- (transitive) To shoot with a blowpipe (weapon).
- (chemistry) A narrow tube through which a jet of air is directed onto a flame; used in the analysis of minerals etc and in jewelry manufacture.
Example Sentences
[…] when blowpiping little birds, which will be badly wounded enough to catch anyway.
Word Forms
- blowpipes
- blowpiping
- blowpiped
Synonyms for blowpipe
Depending on context, synonyms include blowgun, blowtube.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include blowtube, blowgun, oxyacetylene, acetylene, pipe, smokepipe.
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