Blowgun: meaning, definitions and examples

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blowgun

[ bloʊˌgʌn ]

Noun

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weapon, hunting

A blowgun is a tube through which a projectile is blown, typically made from lightweight materials such as bamboo or plastic. It is mainly used for hunting small game or as a sport weapon. The projectiles, often darts or pellets, can be coated with poison to increase effectiveness. Blowguns have been used by various cultures globally and offer a silent method of hunting. They are particularly associated with indigenous populations in the Amazon rainforest.

Synonyms

blow tube, dart gun.

Examples of usage

The hunter skillfully used his blowgun to catch dinner.
In some cultures, the blowgun is an essential hunting tool.
The blowgun can be an effective way to hunt small animals.
He demonstrated how to use a blowgun at the archery range.

Translations

Translations of the word "blowgun" in other languages:

🇵🇹 besta

🇮🇳 धुंआ निकालने वाली बंदूक

🇩🇪 Blasrohr

🇮🇩 senapan tiup

🇺🇦 пневматична трубка

🇵🇱 dmuchawka

🇯🇵 吹き矢

🇫🇷 arbalète à souffler

🇪🇸 cerbatana

🇹🇷 üfleme tüfeği

🇰🇷 불어내는 총

🇸🇦 بندقية النفخ

🇨🇿 foukací zbraň

🇸🇰 fúkacia zbraň

🇨🇳 吹箭

🇸🇮 pištola za pihanje

🇮🇸 blásípa

🇰🇿 үрлейтін қару

🇬🇪 სუნთქვითი თოფი

🇦🇿 hücum tüfəngi

🇲🇽 cerbatana

Etymology

The term 'blowgun' dates back to the 19th century, derived from the combination of 'blow' and 'gun.' The term reflects the design and function of this ancient tool, which predates its name. Blowguns have been used in various parts of the world, with some of the oldest examples found in South America, particularly among the indigenous tribes of the Amazon. These cultures developed sophisticated techniques for crafting blowguns from local materials, often enhancing their effectiveness with poisons derived from native plants. The use of blowguns as a stealthy means of hunting showcases the deep connection between these communities and their environment. As European explorers encountered such weapons during their travels, they began to adopt and adapt the concept, leading to interest and variation in other parts of the world.