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use vs blow

blow vs use

use and blow both are nouns.

use and blow both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
use Yes No Yes No
blow Yes No Yes No
As verbs, blow is a hyponym of use; that is, blow is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than use:
  • use: use up (resources or materials)
  • blow: spend thoughtlessly; throw away
use (noun) blow (noun)
the act of using a powerful stroke with the fist or a weapon
(psychology) an automatic pattern of behavior in reaction to a specific situation; may be inherited or acquired through frequent repetition forceful exhalation through the nose or mouth
exerting shrewd or devious influence especially for one's own advantage street names for cocaine
what something is used for an impact (as from a collision)
a particular service an unpleasant or disappointing surprise
(law) the exercise of the legal right to enjoy the benefits of owning property an unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes; something that is thwarting or frustrating
(economics) the utilization of economic goods to satisfy needs or in manufacturing a strong current of air
use (verb) blow (verb)
put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose exhale hard
take or consume (regularly or habitually) free of obstruction by blowing air through
use up (resources or materials) melt, break, or become otherwise unusable
habitually do something or be in a certain state or place (use only in the past tense) burst suddenly
avail oneself to shape by blowing
seek or achieve an end by using to one's advantage 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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