The Clue
Air blower (3 letter answer)
The Answer
FAN
Tags
Notes
The answer FAN is seen frequently, appearing about once every 140 puzzles.
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Definition
FAN as a noun:
1. a device for creating a current of air by movement of a surface or surfaces
2. (sports fan, fan, rooter) = an enthusiastic devotee of sports
3. (fan, buff, devotee, lover) = an ardent follower and admirer
FAN as a verb:
1. strike out (a batter), (of a pitcher)
2. make (an emotion) fiercer; "fan hatred"
3. agitate the air
4. (winnow, fan) = separate the chaff from by using air currents; "She stood there winnowing chaff all day in the field"