blowpipe

Etymology

Definitions

1. 1

   A narrow tube through which a jet of air is directed onto a flame

   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. 2

   A weapon through which darts may be shot by blowing

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

3. 3

   A long narrow pipe, rotated in the hands, upon which glassware is blown.

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   1. 4

      To direct air through a blowpipe.

   2. 5

      To shoot with a blowpipe (weapon).

      • […] when blowpiping little birds, which will be badly wounded enough to catch anyway.

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