BLOWOFF

Etymology

Noun

blowoff (plural blowoffs)

Something that is blown off.

The explosive separation of part of a rocket etc in order to prevent its destruction and allow for retrieval

A blowing off of steam, water, etc.

(colloquial) An outburst of temper or excitement.

(UK, slang) A fart.

Anagrams

• bowl-off

Source: Wiktionary


Blow"-off` (, n.

1. A blowing off steam, water, etc.; -- Also, adj.

Definition: as, a blow-off cock or pipe.

2. An outburst of temper or excitement. [Colloq.]

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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