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blower

 

[ ˈbloʊər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

air

A device used to create a current of air, either for cooling or heating purposes.

Synonyms

air mover, fan, ventilator

Examples of usage

  • The blower in my car stopped working, so now I have no air conditioning.
  • The blower in the fireplace helps to spread the heat throughout the room.
Context #2 | Noun

informal

A person who brags or boasts about their achievements or possessions.

Synonyms

boaster, braggart, show off

Examples of usage

  • He's such a blower, always talking about how much money he makes.
  • Don't be a blower and just let your work speak for itself.

Translations

Translations of the word "blower" in other languages:

🇵🇹 soprador

🇮🇳 फूंकने वाला यंत्र

🇩🇪 Gebläse

🇮🇩 kipas angin

🇺🇦 вентилятор

🇵🇱 dmuchawa

🇯🇵 送風機 (そうふうき)

🇫🇷 souffleur

🇪🇸 soplador

🇹🇷 üfleyici

🇰🇷 블로어

🇸🇦 منفاخ

🇨🇿 dmychadlo

🇸🇰 fukár

🇨🇳 吹风机

🇸🇮 pihalnik

🇮🇸 blásari

🇰🇿 үрлегіш

🇬🇪 მბერველი

🇦🇿 üfürən

🇲🇽 soplador

Etymology

The word 'blower' originated in the 14th century, derived from the Middle English word 'blowere,' which referred to someone who blows or creates a current of air. Over time, the term evolved to encompass both the device that creates air currents and a person who boasts or brags excessively.

See also: blowfish, blowhard, blowout, blows.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,389, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.