Definitions for: Blowtube


[n] a tube through which darts can be shot by blowing
[n] a device that directs air or gas into a flame to concentrate heat



Webster (1913) Definition: Blow"tube`, n.
1. A blowgun. --Tylor.

2. A similar instrument, commonly of tin, used by boys for
discharging paper wads and other light missiles.

3. (Glassmaking) A long wrought iron tube, on the end of
which the workman gathers a quantity of ``metal'' (melted
glass), and through which he blows to expand or shape it;
-- called also blowing tube, and blowpipe.

Synonyms: blow tube, blowgun, blowpipe

See Also: device, tube, tubing

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