blows
Translation
blows
Examples
The wind blows from the west.
The wind blows from the west.
He blows a kiss to the crowd.
He blows a kiss to the crowd.
The whistle blows at noon.
The whistle blows at noon.
Grammar Patterns
((subject)) blows ((subject)) causes air to move The wind blows from the west.
((subject)) blows ((sth.)) ((subject)) sends (sth.) with breath He blows a kiss to the crowd.
Similar Words
Synonyms: puffs, gusts
Etymology
Third-person singular of 'blow', from Old English 'blawan'. The '-s' suffix marks the third-person singular present tense.
Memory Tips
Remember 'The wind blows.' Also, note the noun form 'blows' (hits), as in 'He received two blows.'