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blow vs repose

repose vs blow

blow and repose both are nouns.

blow and repose both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
blow Yes No Yes No
repose Yes No Yes No
As verbs, repose is a hypernym of blow; that is, repose is a word with a broader meaning than blow:
  • blow: deposit eggs (of insects)
  • repose: put in a horizontal position
Other hypernyms of blow include lay, put down.
blow (noun) repose (noun)
a powerful stroke with the fist or a weapon freedom from activity (work or strain or responsibility)
forceful exhalation through the nose or mouth a disposition free from stress or emotion
street names for cocaine the absence of mental stress or anxiety
an impact (as from a collision)
an unpleasant or disappointing surprise
an unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes; something that is thwarting or frustrating
a strong current of air
blow (verb) repose (verb)
exhale hard put or confide something in a person or thing
free of obstruction by blowing air through lie when dead
melt, break, or become otherwise unusable put in a horizontal position
burst suddenly lean in a comfortable resting position
shape by blowing to put something (eg trust) in something
show off be inherent or innate in
cause to be revealed and jeopardized
allow to regain its breath
deposit eggs (of insects)
be in motion due to some air or water current
cause to move by means of an air current
leave; informal or rude
cause air to go in, on, or through
spout moist air from the blowhole
play or sound a wind instrument
make a sound as if blown
sound by having air expelled through a tube
provide sexual gratification through oral stimulation
spend lavishly or wastefully on
spend thoughtlessly; throw away
make a mess of, destroy or ruin
be inadequate or objectionable
be blowing or storming
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