soffietta
English
Etymology
Italian soffietta, from soffiare + -etta.
Noun
soffietta (plural soffiettas)
- (glassblowing) A tool consisting of a metal tube, often swan necked, attached to a conical nozzle. The nozzle is used to block the mouth of a glass vessel so that it can be further inflated by blowing into the tube.
Synonyms
- puffer
See also
- steam stick