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insufflation vs blow

blow vs insufflation

insufflation and blow both are nouns.

insufflation is not a verb while blow is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
insufflation Yes No No No
blow Yes No Yes No
As nouns, blow is a hypernym of insufflation; that is, blow is a word with a broader meaning than insufflation:
  • insufflation: an act of blowing or breathing on or into something
  • blow: forceful exhalation through the nose or mouth
Other hypernyms of insufflation include puff.
insufflation (noun) blow (noun)
an act of blowing or breathing on or into something a powerful stroke with the fist or a weapon
(medicine) blowing air or medicated powder into the lungs (or into some other body cavity) 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
insufflation (verb) blow (verb)
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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