blows

blows · verb

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Definitions

verb

  1. 1.

    (Of wind) moves with force.

  2. 2.

    Expels air from the mouth.

  3. 3.

    Bursts or breaks suddenly.

  4. 4.

    Powerful strikes with a hand, weapon, or object.

  5. 5.

    Sudden shocks or disappointments.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    come to blows — Start fighting physically.
  • •
    trade blows — Exchange punches.
  • •
    deal blows — Strike or cause setbacks.
  • •
    there she blows — Whale sighting call.

Related words

See also: blow, blowing, blown, strikes
Synonyms: gusts, puffs, strikes

Etymology

From Old English blāwan + third person -s or plural -s.