blowpipe

noun, verb — 5 senses

blowpipe

noun

US /ˈbloʊˌpaɪp/

Etymology From blow + pipe.

1

Chemistry, Natural sciences, Physical sciences 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.

2

A weapon through which darts may be shot by blowing; a blowgun.

3

Arts, Crafts, Glassblowing, Hobbies, Lifestyle A long narrow pipe, rotated in the hands, upon which glassware is blown.

Derived terms
blowpiper
Related terms
blower, glassblower

blowpipe

verb

Etymology From blow + pipe.

1

Chemistry, Natural sciences, Physical sciences To direct air through a blowpipe.

2

To shoot with a blowpipe (weapon).

  • […] when blowpiping little birds, which will be badly wounded enough to catch anyway.2006, Pierre Le Roux, Bernard Sellato, Divine Messengers, page 332:

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