| blowlamp | |
noun | |
| a burner that mixes air and gas to produce a very hot flame [syn: blowtorch] |
blowlamp
a small tubular instrument for directing a jet of air or other gas into a flame in order to concentrate and increase the flame's heat. A blowpipe is usually operated directly by mouth, but a small bellows may also be used.
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