powder

Definition of powder

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

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

Type of:: explosive
a chemical substance that undergoes a rapid chemical change (with the production of gas) on being heated or struck

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

Types:: show 7 types...; hide 7 types...; Goa powder, araroba, chrysarobin
a bitter yellow powder used to treat skin diseases; aspirin powder, headache powder
a powdered form of aspirin; baby powder
powder used to prevent a baby's diaper from chafing; Dover's powder
a medicinal powder made essentially of ipecac and opium; formerly used to relieve pain and induce perspiration; face powder
cosmetic powder for the face; bath powder, dusting powder, toilet powder
a fine powder for spreading on the body (as after bathing); talcum, talcum powder
a toilet powder made of purified talc and usually scented; absorbs excess moisture

Type of:: medicament, medication, medicinal drug, medicine
(medicine) something that treats or prevents or alleviates the symptoms of disease; toilet articles, toiletry
artifacts used in making your toilet (washing and taking care of your body)

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

Type of:: disintegrate
break into parts or components or lose cohesion or unity

apply powder to

"She powdered her nose"

"The King wears a powdered wig"

Type of:: make up
apply make-up or cosmetics to one's face to appear prettier