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blowtube

American  
[bloh-toob, -tyoob] / ˈbloʊˌtub, -ˌtyub /

noun

  1. blowgun.

  2. blowpipe.

Etymology

Origin of blowtube

First recorded in 1870–75; blow 2 + tube

Example Sentences

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It is a weapon much used by certain Indians of America and the West Indies; Ð called also blowpipe, and blowtube.

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