powder
pow der
- n a solid substance in the form of tiny loose particles; a solid that has been pulverized
- n a mixture of potassium nitrate, charcoal, and sulfur in a 75:15:10 ratio which is used in gunnery, time fuses, and fireworks
- n any of various cosmetic or medical preparations dispensed in the form of a pulverized powder
- v make into a powder by breaking up or cause to become dust
- v apply powder to
She powdered her nose
The King wears a powdered wig
- Food safety officials come under intense scrutiny as the number of infants sickened by a batch of tainted milk powder has expanded.
- Dusted liberally over baby's bottom to prevent diaper rash, talcum powder is considered by most parents to be safe.
- Job of the Army's Ordnance Department is to supply the Army with guns and tanks, powder and explosives.