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blow (2)

blow [ blō ] (plural blows)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. hard hit: a hard hit with a fist or weapon
a nasty blow on the head

2. action helping cause: an important action that helps a cause or belief
They struck an important blow for civil rights.

3. setback: a sudden setback
a blow to his confidence

[15th century. Origin ?]
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