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blowhole in German

blowhole in German is Blasloch, Lunker — blowhole means the nostril-like opening on top of a whale or dolphin's head, used for breathing.

blowhole in German

Blasloch
noun
(marine biology) The spiracle, on the top of the head, through which cetaceans breathe.
Lunker
noun
(metallurgy) An unintended cavity filled with air in a casting product.

What does "blowhole" mean?

  1. noun The nostril-like opening on top of a whale or dolphin's head, used for breathing.
    "The whale surfaced and shot a spray of water from its blowhole."
  2. noun A vent that lets built-up gas, steam, or hot air escape.
    "Engineers added a blowhole to release pressure from the tank."
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blowhole in a sentence

  • The whale surfaced and shot a spray of water from its blowhole.
  • Dolphins close their blowhole tightly whenever they dive.
  • Engineers added a blowhole to release pressure from the tank.

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What is "blowhole" in German?

"blowhole" in German is Blasloch, Lunker. blowhole means: The nostril-like opening on top of a whale or dolphin's head, used for breathing.

How do you use "blowhole" in a sentence?

Example: "The whale surfaced and shot a spray of water from its blowhole." In German, "blowhole" is Blasloch, Lunker.

Are there other ways to say "blowhole" in German?

Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "blowhole": Blasloch, Lunker.

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