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Definitions for Blowoff

[1] a current of escaping surplus steam, water, etc.: The safety valve released a violent blowoff from the furnace.
[2] a device that permits and channels such a current.
[3] Slang . a person who brags or boasts; a blow-hard.
[4] a temporary, sudden surge, as in prices: The Federal Reserve Board's credit tightening could cause a blowoff in interest rates.

Words related to Blowoff

reaction, result, issue, event, conclusion, fallout, squabble, flap, tiff, ruckus, disagreement, hassle, altercation, fracas, brawl, brouhaha, falling-out, quarrel, bickering, denouement

Words nearby Blowoff

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Origin of Blowoff

First recorded in 1830–40; noun use of verb phrase blow off

Synonyms for Blowoff

conclusion, event, fallout, issue, reaction, result, aftereffect, aftermath, end, payback, payoff, score, sequel, upshot, causatum, chain reaction, end result