blow
gun
Plural
blowguns
1
a tube-like weapon through which an arrow is shot if someone breathes in it forcefully
- The indigenous tribe used blowguns for hunting small game in the dense rainforest.
- He demonstrated his skill with the blowgun by hitting the target with remarkable accuracy from a distance.
- The blowgun was traditionally crafted from bamboo, with a small dart coated in poison for hunting purposes.
- The museum exhibit showcased blowguns from various cultures around the world, highlighting their unique designs and uses.
- In some regions, blowguns were historically used in warfare as silent weapons for ambushes and surprise attacks.