1. trees that have been knocked down by wind
Usage: forestry
2. the process of draining water from a boiler or cooling system
Usage: technical

Examples

• The storm created extensive blowdown throughout the forest.
• Cleanup crews worked to clear the blowdown from hiking trails.
• The hurricane left miles of blowdown blocking the road.
• Regular boiler blowdown prevents mineral buildup.
• The maintenance schedule includes weekly blowdown procedures.
• Forest managers assessed the blowdown damage after the windstorm.