blowpipe
Meanings
noun
- 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.
- A weapon through which darts may be shot by blowing; a blowgun.
- A long narrow pipe, rotated in the hands, upon which glassware is blown.
verb
- To direct air through a blowpipe.
- To shoot with a blowpipe (weapon).
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Etymology
From blow + pipe.
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