Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
to-blow-a-raspberry
Phrase
/təˈbloʊ ə ˈræspbəri/
Definition
To make a sound with your lips that resembles a fart, often used to express derision or mockery.
Examples
- When the comedian told a bad joke, the audience responded by blowing raspberries.
- She blew a raspberry to show her disapproval of the idea.
Meaning
This phrase refers to a gesture made by sticking out the tongue and blowing air through closed lips, creating a sound similar to flatulence, typically used humorously or disrespectfully.
Synonyms
- To make a raspberry sound
- To jeer
- To mock
