blowgun
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of blowgun
Example Sentences
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Fractures and wear patterns on the points were then magnified under the lens of a microscope, making it clear they were too short and heavy to be used as blowgun darts.
From Fox News
They range from filling a balloon with liquid nitrogen to making a laser-assisted blowgun.
From Seattle Times
They stunned them with blowguns, removed feathers, and let them go.
From Literature
He now hunted with a rifle instead of a blowgun, heading into the forest most days in search of game to sell.
From New York Times
Inside she finds a bowl, some dried beef, and a blowgun with two dozen darts.
From Literature
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