Powder

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NOUN

pulverization, pulverisation

a solid substance in the form of tiny loose particles

gunpowder

a mixture of potassium nitrate, charcoal, and sulfur in a 75:15:10 ratio which is used in gunnery, time fuses, and fireworks

any of various cosmetic or medical preparations dispensed in the form of a pulverized powder

VERB

powderize, powderise, pulverize, pulverise

make into a powder by breaking up or cause to become dust

apply powder to

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