blowpipe

  1. Noun.  (chemistry) 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. Noun.  a weapon through which darts may be shot by blowing; a blowgun.
  3. Noun.  (glassblowing) a long narrow pipe, rotated in the hands, upon which glassware is blown.

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