blowpipe

UK /ˈbloʊˌpaɪp/ US /ˈbloʊˌpaɪp/
noun 3verb 2

Definitions

noun

1

A narrow tube through which a jet of air is directed onto a flame; used in the analysis of minerals etc and in jewelry manufacture.

2

A weapon through which darts may be shot by blowing; a blowgun.

3

A long narrow pipe, rotated in the hands, upon which glassware is blown.

verb

1

To direct air through a blowpipe.

2

To shoot with a blowpipe (weapon).

[…] when blowpiping little birds, which will be badly wounded enough to catch anyway.

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