Meaning Of The Word Blowhole

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blowhole in American English
a nostril in the top of the head of whales and certain other cetaceans, through which they breathe
noun: an air or gas vent, esp. one to carry off fumes from a tunnel, underground passage, etc

blowhole in British English
noun: the nostril, paired or single, of whales, situated far back on the skull

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