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blower

noun

blow·​er ˈblō(-ə)r How to pronounce blower (audio)
Synonyms of blowernext
1
: one that blows
2
: a device for producing a current of air or gas
3
4
chiefly British : telephone

Examples of blower in a Sentence

although he's not the first person to blow his own horn, he's about the most obnoxious blower I've ever met
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Squealing can indicate a loose or frayed blower belt. Angie Hicks, Boston Herald, 6 Dec. 2025 The advantages of an RC snow blower, especially an autonomous model like Yarbo, lie in its automation and adaptability. New Atlas, 2 Dec. 2025 Fire officials are also reminding those using snow blowers to use a clearing tool to reduce the risk of injury. Jeramie Bizzle, CBS News, 30 Nov. 2025 What appeared to be a blower attached to the castle could also be seen on its side. Kimberlee Speakman, PEOPLE, 29 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for blower

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of blower was before the 12th century

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“Blower.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/blower. Accessed 8 Dec. 2025.

Kids Definition

blower

noun
blow·​er ˈblō(-ə)r How to pronounce blower (audio)
1
: one that blows
2
: a device for producing a stream of air or gas

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