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powder
/ˈpaʊdɚ/ · 6 letters · 6 distinct letters
- noun
a solid substance in the form of tiny loose particles; a solid that has been pulverized
- noun
a mixture of potassium nitrate, charcoal, and sulfur in a 75:15:10 ratio which is used in gunnery, time fuses, and fireworks
- noun
any of various cosmetic or medical preparations dispensed in the form of a pulverized powder
- verb
make into a powder by breaking up or cause to become dust
pulverize the grains
- verb
apply powder to
She powdered her nose