POWDER

Definition of POWDER

  1. (verb)make into a powder by breaking up or cause to become dust
  2. (verb)apply powder to
  3. (noun)a solid substance in the form of tiny loose particles; a solid that has been pulverized
  4. (noun)a mixture of potassium nitrate, charcoal, and sulfur in a 75:15:10 ratio which is used in gunnery, time fuses, and fireworks
  5. (noun)any of various cosmetic or medical preparations dispensed in the form of a pulverized powder