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Meaning of the word bellows in English

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bellows

US /ˈbel.oʊz/
UK /ˈbel.oʊz/
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Noun

1.

a device with an air bag that can be squeezed together to blow air through a narrow opening, used for making a fire burn more fiercely or for playing some musical instruments

Example:
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He used the bellows to fan the flames of the dying fire.
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The blacksmith worked the metal, pumping the bellows to keep the forge hot.
Synonym:
air pumpblowerfan
2.

a deep loud roar, typically in pain or anger

Example:
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The wounded animal let out a mournful bellow.
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His angry bellow echoed through the hall.
Synonym:
roarshoutyellhowlcry

Verb

1.

of a person or animal) emit a deep loud roar or shout

Example:
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The drill sergeant bellowed orders at the recruits.
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He bellowed with laughter, startling everyone in the room.
Synonym:
roarshoutyellhowlcry out
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Related Word:
bellow