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give way vs blow

blow vs give way

give way is not a noun while blow is a noun.

give way and blow both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
give way No No Yes No
blow Yes No Yes No
As verbs, blow is a hyponym of give way; that is, blow is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than give way:
  • give way: stop operating or functioning
  • blow: melt, break, or become otherwise unusable
Other hyponyms of give way include crash, go down, blow out, burn out, misfire, malfunction, misfunction.
give way (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
give way (verb) blow (verb)
stop operating or functioning exhale hard
end resistance, as under pressure or force free of obstruction by blowing air through
move in order to make room for someone for something melt, break, or become otherwise unusable
break down, literally or metaphorically 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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