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blow·off

 (blō′ôf′, -ŏf′)
n.
1. Something, such as a gas, that is blown off.
2. A device or channel for blowing off something.
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blow•off

(ˈbloʊˌɔf, -ˌɒf)

n.
1. a current of escaping surplus steam, etc.
2. a temporary, sudden surge, as in prices.
[1830–40]
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