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clout vs blow

blow vs clout

clout and blow both are nouns.

clout and blow both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
clout Yes No Yes No
blow Yes No Yes No
As nouns, blow is a hypernym of clout; that is, blow is a word with a broader meaning than clout:
  • clout: (boxing) a blow with the fist
  • blow: a powerful stroke with the fist or a weapon
clout (noun) blow (noun)
(boxing) a blow with the fist a powerful stroke with the fist or a weapon
a short nail with a flat head; used to attach sheet metal to wood forceful exhalation through the nose or mouth
special advantage or influence street names for cocaine
a target used in archery 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
clout (verb) blow (verb)
strike hard, especially with the fist exhale hard
free of obstruction by blowing air through
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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