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blownearly 15c., "inflated," from Old English blawen, past participle of blow (v.1). Figurative sense of "inflated by pride" is from late 15c. Meaning "out of breath" is from [..]
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blown(n) a powerful stroke with the fist or a weapon(n) an impact (as from a collision)(n) an unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes; something that is thwarting or frustrating(n) an unpleasant or d [..]
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blownin the phrase “fly-blown,” has nothing to do with the verb to blow (as the wind blows). It means that flies have deposited their eggs and tainted the article. In French, deposer des [..]
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blown Refers to a supercharged engine.
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blown
distended, swollen or inflated
''Cattle are said to be blown when gorged with green food which develops gas.''
panting and out of breath
(of glass) Formed by blowing
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