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.