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break open vs blow

blow vs break open

break open is not a noun while blow is a noun.

break open and blow both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
break open No No Yes No
blow Yes No Yes No
As verbs, blow is a hyponym of break open; that is, blow is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than break open:
  • break open: come open suddenly and violently, as if from internal pressure
  • blow: burst suddenly
Other hyponyms of break open include pop, stave, stave in.
break open (noun) blow (noun)
a powerful stroke with the fist or a weapon
forceful exhalation through the nose or mouth
street names for cocaine
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
break open (verb) blow (verb)
erupt or intensify suddenly exhale hard
come open suddenly and violently, as if from internal pressure free of obstruction by blowing air through
open with force melt, break, or become otherwise unusable
burst suddenly
shape by blowing
show off
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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