blown

¹

[blohn]

adjective

1. inflated; swollen; expanded.

   a blown stomach.

2. destroyed, melted, inoperative, misshapen, ruined, or spoiled.

   to replace a blown fuse;

   to dispose of blown canned goods.

3. being out of breath.

4. flyblown.

5. formed by blowing.

   blown glass.

6. Automotive Slang.

   1. (of an engine) supercharged.

   2. (of a cylinder) destroyed or severely damaged under mechanical stress.

blown

²

[blohn]

adjective

Horticulture.

1. fully expanded or opened, as a flower.

blown

/ bləʊn /

verb

1. the past participle of blow 1 blow 3

Word History and Origins

Origin of blown¹

First recorded in 1550–60; past participle of blow ²

Origin of blown²

First recorded before 1000; past participle of blow ³

Example Sentences

Referee Michael Salisbury had only just blown the full-time whistle to confirm Everton's dramatic late win over Crystal Palace when the Toffees updated the bio on their X account.

From BBC

But others have played that down, noting that Swift said last year that she was "blown away" by Charli XCX's work, and described the British star's music as "surreal and inventive".

From BBC

There is a slight chance of some damage to buildings, such as tiles blown from roofs.

From BBC

The first European game at the City Ground for 29 years ended in crushing disappointment, and the finger of blame was pointed at Postecoglou before the final whistle had blown.

From BBC

The Panthers have been blown out in three of their four games and are having a tough time generating offense.

From Los Angeles Times