Definition

Noun: A small, portable, electrically powered device that blows a stream of air, typically warm, used for drying and styling hair. It is designed to be held and operated by hand.

Usage

The term "hand blower" specifically refers to the common hair styling tool. It is used to describe the device itself and its primary function. * You should dry your hair with a hand blower after swimming. * The salon uses professional hand blowers for faster drying.

Examples

• She forgot to pack her hand blower for the trip.
• A good hand blower can help you achieve volume in your hair.
• He repaired the faulty switch on the hand blower.

Advanced Usage

• Technical Specification: In product descriptions, "hand blower" may be specified with details like wattage, heat settings, or included attachments (e.g., concentrator nozzle).
  • This 2000-watt hand blower features three heat and two speed settings.
• Comparative Context: It can be used to distinguish from other types of dryers, such as hooded dryers found in salons.
  • I prefer a hand blower to the bulky dryer at the salon.

Variants and Related Words

• Hair Dryer (noun): The most common and direct synonym for "hand blower."
• Blow Dryer (noun): Another very common synonym, especially in everyday speech.
• Blower (noun): A more general term that can refer to any device that creates an airflow, including for leaves or industrial purposes. In casual context, it may be understood to mean "hand blower."

Synonyms

• Hair Dryer
• Blow Dryer
• Hair Blower

Related Phrases

• To blow-dry (verb): The action of using a hand blower to dry and style hair.
  • She needs to blow-dry her hair before the event.

Noun

1. a hand-held electric blower that can blow warm air onto the hair; used for styling hair