powder
Pronunciation:
/ˈpaʊ.də(ɹ)/noun
Definitions
The fine particles which are the result of reducing dry substance by pounding, grinding, or triturating, or the result of decay; dust.
A mixture of fine dry, sweet-smelling particles applied to the face or other body parts, to reduce shine or to alleviate chaffing.
An explosive mixture used in gunnery, blasting, etc.; gunpowder.
verb
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To reduce to fine particles; to pound, grind, or rub into a powder.
To sprinkle with powder, or as if with powder.
Example: to powder one's hair
To use powder on the hair or skin.
To turn into powder; to become powdery.
noun
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A very pale blue colour.
noun
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Freshly fallen, uncompacted snow, especially in the context of Alpine skiing
Example: Expert skiers love skiing on powder snow.