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powder

noun verb

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

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Word Facts

Word length
6
Starts with
P
Ends with
R
Contains
OW
Scrabble score
12
Database source
OEWN 2025 Core

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Pronunciation

ˈpaʊ.də(ɹ)

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Meaning

Definitions

noun

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

noun

  1. a solid substance in the form of tiny loose particles; a solid that has been pulverized

noun

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

verb

  1. apply powder to

    “She powdered her nose”

verb

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

    “pulverize the grains”

In context

Example Sentences

She powdered her nose
The King wears a powdered wig
pulverize the grains

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