1. (

• powder ,
• pulverization ,
• pulverisation

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

2. (

• gunpowder ,
• powder ,

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

3. (

• powder ,

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

1. (

• powderize ,
• powderise ,
• powder ,
• pulverize ,
• pulverise

) make into a powder by breaking up or cause to become dust; "pulverize the grains" ;

2. (

• powder

) apply powder to; "She powdered her nose"; "The King wears a powdered wig" ;