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blow out

The correct spelling is blow out.

How to pronounce blow out

verb

Say it like: Blo-w o-wt

The correct spelling is blow out. To extinguish something, especially a flame. For example: "He blew out the match."

Usage Examples

He blew out the match.

The tire blew out on a corner.

The No. 1-rated football team proceeded to blow out its undermanned opponent.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To extinguish something, especially a flame.
  2. 2.To deflate quickly on being punctured.
  3. 3.In a sporting contest, to dominate and defeat an opposing team, especially by a large scoring margin.
  4. 4.To exhaust; to physically tire
  5. 5.To be driven out by the expansive force of a gas or vapour.

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