English Explanatory Dictionary

blow in the bag

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To supply a specimen of breath for alcohol analysis.

Word forms

blow in the bag blows in the bag blowing in the bag blew in the bag blown in the bag

Etymology

From the previous use of a plastic bag over the end of a breathalyser, to measure a specific amount of breath.

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