blow off
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To remove something by blowing on it.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
She blew the dust off the cookbook, revealing its full title.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To vent, usually, to reduce pressure in a container.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
Meaning · English
To let steam escape through a passage provided for the purpose.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “blow off” mean?
To remove something by blowing on it.
Is “blow off” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.