Meaning & Definition of word "Blowing"

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    Blowing

    /ˈbloʊ.ɪŋ/

    noun:

    • 1. the action of blowing.
      • Example: The blowing of the wind made the trees sway.
    • 2. a sudden gust of wind.
      • Example: A strong blowing delayed our picnic plans.

    verb:

    • 1. the act of expelling air from the lungs through the mouth or nose.
      • Example: The children were blowing bubbles in the backyard.
    • 2. producing a sound by expelling air through a musical instrument.
      • Example: He is blowing into the trumpet to play a melody.
    • 3. moving or being moved by a current of air.
      • Example: The leaves are blowing gently in the wind.

    Etymology

    Middle English blouwen, from Old English blāwan; related to Dutch blazen and German blasen.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    blowing hot and cold:

    Being inconsistent or indecisive.

    blowing off steam:

    Releasing pent-up energy or emotion.

    blowing the whistle:

    Exposing wrongdoing or illegal activity.

    Related Words

    blow:

    To move air with a force.

    breeze:

    A gentle wind.

    gale:

    A strong wind.

    Slang Meanings of blowing

    Meaning: To blow off someone or something.

    Example Sentence: He blew her off when she wanted to hang out.

    Meaning: Blowing up.

    Example Sentence: He blew up at the team for missing the deadline.