puhallusputki — meaning in English

English meaning

• blowpipe noun A narrow tube through which a jet of air is directed onto a flame; used in the analysis of minerals etc and in jewelry manufacture.

Senses

puhallusputki is used for these senses in English:

• blowgun A hollow tube through which a dart or similar missile may be blown.
• blowpipe (glassblowing) A long narrow pipe, rotated in the hands, upon which glassware is blown.

blowpipe — full definition

1. noun A narrow tube through which a jet of air is directed onto a flame; used in the analysis of minerals etc and in jewelry manufacture.
2. noun A weapon through which darts may be shot by blowing; a blowgun.
3. noun A long narrow pipe, rotated in the hands, upon which glassware is blown.

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