English Explanatory Dictionary

blowtorch

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A tool which projects a controlled stream of a highly flammable gas over a spark in order to produce a controlled flame.
  2. A jet fighter.
verb
  1. To apply a blowtorch to (something).

Pronunciation

/ˈbləʊˌtɔːtʃ/ /ˈbloʊˌtoɹt͡ʃ/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Qwertygiy-blowtorch.wav

Word forms

blowtorch blowtorches blow torch blowtorching blowtorched

Etymology

From blow + torch.

Synonyms

torch fast mover fighter jet firecan

Related words

blowlamp cutting torch flamethrower gas-axe hot blue spanner hot wrench smoke wrench
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