blow

blow

noun

A blow is a sudden, strong strike, hit, or thrust. To give a blow means to hit or strike something.

verb

To blow means to move air out of your mouth, like when you blow out birthday candles or blow a bubble with gum.

 

Example

noun

  1. The blow of the hammer sent a shockwave through the room.
  2. The blow to his ego caused him to become deeply depressed.
  3. The strong winds were a powerful blow to the trees.

verb

  1. The wind blew the leaves off the trees.
  2. The explosion blew out the windows.
  3. She blew out the candles on her birthday cake.