Blower
/ˈbloʊ.ər/
nounBeginnerCommonTechnology
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2 meanings1
A machine or device used to force air in a particular direction.
/ˈbloʊ.ər/
nounneutralBeginner
Technology
A device that blows air.
The snow blower cleared the driveway quickly.
💡 Simply: Something that blows air.
More Examples
2
The hair blower is too hot.
How It's Used
Engineering
"The industrial blower moved massive amounts of air."
Household appliances
"We need a new leaf blower for the garden."
2
A person who brags excessively or boasts.
/ˈbloʊ.ər/
nounnegativeIntermediate
General
A person who blows something.
Don't listen to him; he's just a blower.
💡 Simply: A person who brags a lot.
How It's Used
Informal
"He's a real blower, always boasting."
Tip:Someone who 'blows' their own horn.
From Middle English *blower, from blow + -er.
The word has consistently referred to something that blows, adapting to different technologies over time.
Memory tip
Think of it 'blowing' air.
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