Bellows
7 lettersnounmoderateUpdated June 2026
Definition
A device with an expandable air chamber and nozzle used to direct a strong blast of air onto a fire or into a musical instrument.
“He pumped the bellows vigorously to get the forge fire burning hot enough to shape the metal.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˈbɛl.əʊz/
Syllables
bel·lows
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